Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcast

Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcast

<p>Daily highlights and exclusive interviews from Dubai's most informative news and business radio show. With a round-up of the day’s most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter.Presented by Richard Dean & Brandy Scott.</p>

Etihad Airways reported record profit of Dhs1.7 billion last year.

20 Feb 2025. We look at more earnings with Etihad, The Abu Dhabi airline said passenger numbers climbed more than 30%, to 19 million. Plus, Ali Dibadj who overseas more than quarter of a trillion dollars as CEO of Janus Henderson joins BB and answer all investing questions. And,  Aldar unveils "The Wilds", a new Dubai community designed for sustainable living. CEO Jonathan Emery gave us the details of what to expect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-20
42:27

DIFC reported a 25% jump in new companies.

19 Feb 2025. We had two sets of record numbers from Dubai: DIFC and private jet movements. Economist Daniel Richards shared the economic significance. Plus, as millionaires and billionaires converge on the Dubai International Boat Show, we speak to the boss of UAE boat builder Gulf Craft. And, the boss of GMG on how they’re transforming food retail and supporting UAE’s food security. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-19
28:27

UAE and Ukraine sign a CEPA trade deal.

18 Feb 2025. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky was in Abu Dhabi for the signing, which he witnessed alongside UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed. We asked Economist Dan Richard of Emirates NBD the economic importance of this deal. Plus, as the giant Gulfood event continues in Dubai, we get a taste of what’s ahead with Foodie Holdings CEO Kareem Abughazaleh. And, STARZPLAY locks in exclusive streaming rights for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. What does this mean for cricket fans in MENA? We find out with CEO Maaz Sheikh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-18
37:38

The ‘tectonic’ shift in the old gratuity system for UAE staff.

17 Feb 2025. Lunate first to launch UAE end-of-service fund in 'tectonic shift' for Middle East retirement savings. The boss of investment firm,  Seif Fikry discuss all the details. Plus, we talk the future of hotels with the regional CEO of Intercontinental, Haitham Mattar. Including his new book “Pots, pans and five-year plans”. And DMCC unveils plans for a 17-story ‘Crypto Tower.’ What does this mean for Dubai’s crypto sector? CEO Ahmed Bin Sulayem joins us live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-17
40:13

First Harrow International School in Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island

14 Feb 2025. We speak to Taleem CEO Alan Williamson about what comes next. Plus,  Adnoc Drilling reports its 2024 financial results, CFO Youssef Salem crunch the numbers for us. And, Parkin introduces a new event tariff policy. What does this mean for parking at major events? We find out with COO Osama Al Safi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-14
31:58

Will you get bonus this year?

13 Feb 2025. Dr. Trefor Murphy of Cooper Fitch has been looking at bonuses and payouts in the UAE and Saudi. Plus, we speak to the boss of Spinneys, after the supermarket’s 26% jump in pre-tax profit. And big IPO announcement from the CEO of Alpha Data, Fayez Ibbini.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-13
31:33

Surf's Up on Business Breakfast!

12 Feb 2025. We look at the economics of surfing as The Business Breakfast broadcast live at Surf Abu Dhabi, Hudariyat Island: more than just surfer dudes, the boss Ryan Watkins says it’s driving “socio-economic growth”. Plus, we discuss the ADGM's new employment rules with Luke Tapp of Pinsent Masons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-12
35:37

Earnings season - good sources of proxy population data

11 Feb 2025. Earnings numbers are out,  we go through them with CEO Thomas Pramotedham for Presight and Acting CFO, Ali Siddiqi for ADNOC Distribution. Plus, The World Governments Summit in Dubai happening, Wall Street Journal boss Almar Latour among the speakers and he joins us live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-11
35:30

Superbowl-nomics!

10 Feb 2025. We run the rule over this year’s Super Bowl adverts with Arnaud Verchère of ad agency Tonic International. Plus, we look at the property in Northern Emirates, where prices are rising and investor confidence is strong. Fibha Ahmed from dubizzle & Bayut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-10
28:26

India cuts rates for first time in nearly five years to 6.25%

07 Feb 2025. We get the latest from Jayati Ghosh, Professor of Economics at  University of Massachusetts Amherst. And, it's earnings season - we speak to the CFO of Adnoc gas about their numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-07
32:32

Abu Dhabi investment firm Lunate has launched a retirement fund for private sector workers

06 Feb 2025. Companies can use it to replace the traditional gratuity system. We speak to the man who’s been running a similar scheme in DIFC for years, Wilson Varghese, Senior Executive Officer at Zurich Workplace Solutions. We also find out what does it mean for employers & employees with financial coach Steve Cronin of DeadSimpleSaving.com. And, the Dubai’s property market is off to a strong start in 2025, but with new rules on upfront costs, what’s next for buyers and sellers? We asked Matthew Montgomery of Espace Real Estate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-06
36:05

UAE PMI data: Business activity in the UAE grew December 2024

05 Feb 2025. Growth in the UAE non-oil economy remained strong at the beginning of 2025, according to the latest PMI at 55.0. Economists at S&P cited “Robust expansion in activity and new business” for UAE firms. Economist Christopher Payne of Knight Frank explain more. Plus, Wendy's has just opened its 50th burger restaurant in the Gulf. We speak to the man behind the square patty about how close we're getting to peak burger. And, we break down the biggest aviation headlines, regional and international, with aviation expert Nick Humphrey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-05
30:33

DFSA has a new business plan for 2025

04 Feb 2025.  We find out what new regulation DIFC companies can expect with chief executive Ian Johnston. Plus, we analyze the outlook for oil in the Trump era, with US energy analyst Dr Sara Vakshouri.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-04
42:16

Trump signs off on tariffs for Canada, Mexico and China

03 Feb 2025. Economist Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD put that in context for us and what could it mean for the region. Plus, we cross to New York to speak to economist Nick Stadtimiller about those tariffs and what happens next. And,  where should you invest your money, in a hectic week of tariffs, earnings and jobs data? We asked Fund manager Manoj Mahadev. And, with new hotels in the UAE, what’s fueling the region’s growing demand for luxury hospitality? We find out with Saurabh Tiwari. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-03
29:32

DXB passenger traffic hits record high of 92m in 2024

31 Jan 2025. Dubai International Airport has posted record passenger numbers for 2024, with 92 point 3 million people passing through the airport - closing in on its target of 100 million visitors  by 2027; Cargo volumes over the year also rose, by 20 per cent -  CEO of Dubai Airports, Paul Griffiths talk us through those record numbers. Plus, we talk sneaker-nomics, with the regional boss of New Balance, Stuart Henwood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01-31
32:25

The Fed and the UAE keep interest rates on hold

30 Jan 2025. We get reaction to those tech earnings with stock broker Jessica Amir and reaction to that Fed decision with economist Ed Bell. Plus, is the Dubai villa market finally cooling? We've got first peak at some interesting new numbers from Valustrat Director and Head of Real Estate Research, Haider Tuaima.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01-30
30:19

Chinese renewables manufacturers moving to Middle East

29 Jan 2025. Patrick Tsang, Chairman of Tsangs Group, Chairman of Hong Kong Ambassadors Club shared shared his insight on how Trump’s tariffs are driving Chinese renewables to the Middle East and what’s next for global trade. Plus, we talk burger-nomics with the founder of the billion-dollar Shake Shack restaurant empire: Danny Mayer. And, as Arab Health continues, we speak to the CEO of Aster Pharmacy about their push into Saudi Arabia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01-29
41:55

$1 trillion wiped off US tech stocks over Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek

28 Jan 2025. We get reaction to DeepSeek and the US tech rout with Nancy Gleason of NYU Abu Dhabi. Plus, there's about to be a change in what banks can lend in the way of property fees - we look at the knock on effects for home buyers with the CEO of mortgage consultancy Holo. And, we speak to a man who's just sold a hotel and find out why there's an uptick in hotels changing hands. Andy Love from Knight Frank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01-28
29:57

Diamonds are losing their sparkle

27 Jan 2025. The IMF says it expects to see 4% growth in UAE GDP this year, despite lower oil production, we get reaction from our economist, Ed Bell of Emirates NBD. Plus, as diamond prices tumble on global markets, we speak to Fergus James, CEO & Founder, Fergus James Diamonds on what they are seeing on ground. And, one for the bookshelves - we speak to the Dubai veteran who has chronicled the history of the UAE, all 130 thousand years of it, Alexander McNabb, Publishing, Media & Digital Communications Consultant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01-27
40:23

Etihad Rail unveils a 30-minute Dubai-to-Abu Dhabi train.

24 Jan 2025. We find out more about the new Etihad high speed rail link between Dubai and Abu Dhabi and if it will impact property prices. And according to a new survey, job seekers are applying for more positions than ever before - but what does that mean for the HR departments that have to go through their CVs? We speak to one HR manager about how recruitment is changing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01-24
33:47

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