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Dubai gold prices were on track to finish the week lower as elevated energy prices and inflation concerns fuelled expectations of another US Federal Reserve rate hike. In the UAE, 24-karat gold held at Dh514.25 per gram on Friday, representing a Dh40 drop over the past 28 days. Analysts noted that resilient Chinese demand and safe-haven buying continue to provide underlying support for the metal.
The Competition Commission of Pakistan has approved the acquisition of shares in Masood Textile Mills Limited by UAE-based Velora Global Ventures from two Chinese investors. The transaction involves equity held by Shanghai Challenge Textile and Zhejiang Xinao Industry under a July 2026 agreement. Regulators concluded the Phase-I review found no adverse impact on market competition.
A delegation of 15 leading Chinese women entrepreneurs has concluded a two-week official visit across the UAE aimed at expanding bilateral trade and investment partnerships. The mission was co-organised by the General Women's Union and the UAE Embassy in Beijing, representing enterprises with combined annual revenues of 4.85 billion yuan. The visiting executives engaged in business forums and site tours covering sectors such as industry, biotechnology, new energy, and investment services.
The Saudi Central Bank confirmed on September 22, 2026, that it has ended its formal participation in the mBridge cross-border digital currency platform. The initiative continues to operate with central banks from mainland China, Hong Kong, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, and Macau. Analysts cited by the South China Morning Post noted that the exit removes the Gulf's largest economy from direct membership.
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