Egypt’s economy grew 5.2% from July 2025 to March 2026, with GDP gains and higher reserves shaping the latest fiscal update.

South Korea cosmetics exports reached US$5.6 billion in five months, making Korean beauty products the top consumer export category.

Dollar heads for a weekly gain as the yen nears 160 per dollar, with Japan intervention data and rate gaps in global market focus.

Investor interest in UAE property led surveyed markets, supported by return potential, stability and ownership access in the index.

AD Ports Group agreed to acquire Brazil’s CLI in an AED 3.1bn deal covering agri bulk terminals at Santos and Itaqui, pending approvals.

South Korea reported 3.1 percent May inflation as petroleum products surged and transport prices recorded the sharpest category rise.