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Source: Gulf News

UAE Registered New-Economy Firms Rise 37 Percent to Nearly 125,000

The number of registered new-economy companies in the UAE grew by approximately 37% year-on-year to reach nearly 125,000 by mid-2026. Announced during the Investopia Bridge 2026 forum, the expansion focuses on artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, renewable energy, and logistics. The ministry highlighted AI-driven productivity as a key driver for scaling trade and manufacturing partnerships with China.

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Source: Asia News Network

Mubadala Agrees to Acquire $1 Billion Stake in China’s Luckin Coffee

Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala Investment Company has agreed to acquire a strategic minority equity stake in Luckin Coffee in a deal valued at approximately $1 billion. The investment aims to support Luckin's technology-driven operations and international retail expansion. The transaction occurs as Chinese coffee operators shift focus toward store productivity and sustainable margins.

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Source: PortNews IAA

DP World and MOL Sign Term Sheet for Dubai Vehicle Logistics Hub

DP World and Japan's Mitsui O.S.K. Lines have signed a term sheet to develop an automotive logistics and processing facility at Jebel Ali Port in Dubai. The planned hub aims to combine vehicle storage, pre-delivery inspections, and value-added services to support trade flows between Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. China ranks as the leading source of vehicle imports handled at Jebel Ali Port.

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