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Can Uncertainty Make Your Business Stronger?
Jun 26, 2026
23m 14s
Is Gold Mispriced? Bullion Hits 7-Month Low as Market Pressures Mount
Jun 26, 2026
20m 40s
Dubai Car Ownership Costs Soar Amid 30% Fuel Price Hike
Jun 25, 2026
27m 44s
UAE Job Market: What to Expect in Q4
Jun 25, 2026
19m 44s
Why Slashing Marketing Budgets Is a Fatal Mistake
Jun 25, 2026
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/26/26 | ![]() Can Uncertainty Make Your Business Stronger? | Dubai is doubling down on confidence. After the recent regional conflict, government leaders brought businesses together to protect the emirate's status as a global hub, while launching the new Dubai-it campaign to reinforce resilience and growth. So, what can every business, from startups to SMEs, learn when uncertainty becomes the new normal? Joining Tim Elliott is startup investor and serial entrepreneur Ellen Mannaert, with practical insights on leading through disruption, making smarter decisions, and finding opportunities when the future feels unpredictable. | 23m 14s | ||||||
| 6/26/26 | ![]() Is Gold Mispriced? Bullion Hits 7-Month Low as Market Pressures Mount | High inflation, a surging US dollar, and expected interest rate hikes have pushed gold to a seven-month low. With stabilizing oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions further cooling the market, Monetary Metals’ Jeff Rhodes joins Tim Elliott to break down the bearish momentum and discuss whether gold is currently mispriced. | 20m 40s | ||||||
| 6/25/26 | ![]() Dubai Car Ownership Costs Soar Amid 30% Fuel Price Hike | As regional developments drive Dubai fuel prices up by 30 per cent, resident motorists face escalating costs. On Mira Business FM, independent financial consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott to analyse the true cost of vehicle ownership, breaking down surging insurance premiums, registration fees, Salik tolls, and the financial reality of switching to electric vehicles. | 27m 44s | ||||||
| 6/25/26 | ![]() UAE Job Market: What to Expect in Q4 | The UAE's private sector workforce grew by 2.5% in the first quarter of 2026, according to MoHRE, with skilled workers also on the rise. But with regional uncertainty and changing business conditions, can the hiring momentum continue through the rest of the year?Joining Tim Elliott to share her analysis is Sonam Haider, Founder and Global Mobility Strategist at Aethra Advisory. | 19m 44s | ||||||
| 6/25/26 | ![]() Why Slashing Marketing Budgets Is a Fatal Mistake | As economic pressure mounts, can transparent narrative marketing save struggling UAE businesses? Plug’s Brand Commander, Lucy Bradley, joins Tim Elliott to discuss her ‘Save a Soap’ masterclass. They discuss why slashing marketing budgets is a fatal mistake, how friction fuels raw creativity, and why relying on internal teams often stifles innovation. | 20m 01s | ||||||
| 6/25/26 | ![]() From Hormuz to New Trade Routes: What's Changing? | With tensions around the Strait of Hormuz putting global trade routes under scrutiny, Gulf businesses are looking at new ways to keep goods moving. From the UAE-Oman cargo corridors and Fujairah as an important route, supply chain resilience is becoming more important than ever. Joining Tim Elliott to unpack this is Dr. Fabienne Chedid, Assistant Professor in Operations Management and Logistics at Heriot-Watt University Dubai. | 19m 16s | ||||||
| 6/24/26 | ![]() Saudi Tourism Revenue Surges to 82.7B Riyals in Q1 | Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector has visualised dramatic growth, generating over 82 billion rials in Q1 2026. Whilst international visitor numbers fell due to regional instability, a high-spending luxury threshold offset low volumes. Kevin Duffield, Director of Built Asset Consulting at Cavendish Maxwell, joins Tim Elliott to analyse how maturing infrastructure, religious tourism, and entertainment sectors are driving massive spending. | 23m 08s | ||||||
| 6/24/26 | ![]() DLD's Flexi Rent: The End of Upfront Cheques in Dubai? | Tim Elliott sits down with EVA Real Estate’s Senior Manager Mario Volpi to break down the Dubai Land Department’s groundbreaking Flexi Rent initiative. Designed to ease tenant financial burdens, this new programme introduces flexible monthly or quarterly rental options, challenging the region's traditional upfront cheque system and reshaping future landlord-tenant dynamics across Dubai. | 56m 56s | ||||||
| 6/23/26 | ![]() To Buy or to Rent in Dubai? Moving Beyond the Excel Sheet | It’s the ultimate Dubai dilemma: is it better to buy property or keep renting? While calculators and spreadsheets can crunch the upfront costs, the true decision goes far deeper than just financial metrics. In this segment, Ajay Menon, CEO of Luxe Vista, joins the show to look beyond the Excel sheet. We explore the lifestyle factors, long-term stability, and market psychological shifts driving residents to transition from tenants to homeowners in 2026. | 24m 54s | ||||||
| 6/23/26 | ![]() Bracing for the Bounce: Inside the UAE’s 2026 Property Rebound with Grovy Developers | Abhishek Jalan, CEO of Grovy Developers, joins the show to break down the post-ceasefire market dynamics. We dive into why the sub-AED 3 million segment is positioned to lead the rebound, how buyer behavior is shifting between end-users and investors, and what current demand reveals about changing priorities in affordability. From shifting luxury sentiment to a comparison of Dubai and Abu Dhabi's resilience, this conversation offers a masterclass on navigating the next phase of UAE real estate. | 21m 45s | ||||||
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| 6/22/26 | ![]() UAE's Under-15 Social Media Ban: Could It Change Consumer Behaviour? | The UAE has announced a ban on social media access for children under 15, a move that could reshape the way brands market, advertise and connect with young consumers. Could it change consumer behaviour, influence family spending habits, and force marketers to rethink their strategies? Joining Tim Elliott are Sourjo Mukherjee, Assistant Professor of Marketing at the University of Wollongong Dubai, Lourds Adalia-Evertse, Founder of Drippy, and tech journalist Kevin Sebastian. | 34m 46s | ||||||
| 6/22/26 | ![]() Emiratisation Deadline: Are UAE Firms Ready? | As the 30 June Emiratisation deadline fast approaches, businesses across the UAE are scrambling to meet strict targets. Dawlati founder Zakaria Doleh joins Tim Elliott to discuss how their AI-powered platform moves local hiring beyond mere box-ticking compliance, transforming regional recruitment strategies into a major competitive advantage for private sector growth. | 15m 57s | ||||||
| 6/22/26 | ![]() Luxury Watches Become a New Source of Cash in the UAE | As luxury timepieces increasingly transition from status symbols to genuine financial assets in the UAE, a pioneering buyback model is transforming the regional market. George Flo, Founder of The Heritage Club, joins Tim Elliott to discuss unlocking immediate liquidity from high-end timepieces while preserving the option for sentimental repossession. | 25m 41s | ||||||
| 6/19/26 | ![]() Can Peace Deliver a Boost for UAE's F&B Sector? | UAE food and beverage operators are looking ahead with renewed confidence following months of regional uncertainty. Speaking to Tim Elliott, Roster co-founder Paul Clifford and Cafe Isan owner Lisa Knight analyse the transition from local resident footfall to an expected autumn tourist boom, whilst addressing critical operational challenges and industry longevity. | 25m 36s | ||||||
| 6/19/26 | ![]() Gold Market Shaken by Fed Signals and Middle East Peace Shifts | As Middle East peace developments and oil prices reshape the region, gold markets face a fresh wave of volatility. Monetary Metals' Jeff Rhodes joins Tim Elliott to analyse how a surprise hawkish stance from the US Federal Open Market Committee is rattling investor sentiment globally. | 17m 56s | ||||||
| 6/19/26 | ![]() The Impact of the US-Iran Peace Deal on the Gulf Economy | Following the historic US–Iran peace memorandum, the vital Strait of Hormuz has reopened, easing global energy supply anxieties. However, whilst buoyant financial markets are cheering the breakthrough, Oxford Economics' Azad Zangana warns that the full operational recovery of regional shipping and trade will still take months. | 19m 50s | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | ![]() Are You Saving Enough to Retire Comfortably? | New analysis reveals a comfortable retirement now demands a staggering £1.2 million pension pot. Independent Financial Consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott on Mirabisis FM to unpack this sobering figure. They explore soaring property markets, shifting global demographics, and crucial strategies to help you secure your financial future. | 28m 25s | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | ![]() Will AI Make the Recruitment Industry Redundant? | Are AI advancements about to trigger widespread corporate redundancies? David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, joins Tim Elliott to analyse how technology is reshaping the future of human resources. The industry expert addresses uncomfortable boardroom questions regarding automation, career evolution, and the shifting job market. | 49m 45s | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | ![]() UAE's Strait of Hormuz Exit Plan. Is Zero Dependence Possible? | The UAE is moving to cut its dependency on the Strait of Hormuz to zero, as concerns over regional security and supply chain resilience remain in focus. What would that mean for trade, energy exports and the wider economy? Joining Tim Elliott is Dr Lijo John, Assistant Professor in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University Dubai. | 19m 46s | ||||||
| 6/17/26 | ![]() Has Sharjah Become the UAE’s Real Estate Hotspot? | Sharjah’s property market has hit record highs, with real estate sales surging 64% to AED65.6 billion. Foreign ownership reforms, lower living costs and major infrastructure projects are fueling demand across the emirate. Joining Tim Elliott to explain the surge is Ali Siddiqui, Research Manager at Cavendish Maxwell. | 22m 38s | ||||||
| 6/17/26 | ![]() Saudi, UAE and Qatar Travellers Fuel 145% Rise in World Cup Jet Demand | Luxury travel demand from the Gulf is surging ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with private aviation company XO reporting a 145% rise in multi-city travel enquiries across the US, Canada and Mexico. Travellers from Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar are increasingly combining football, business and family travel into longer North America itineraries. Joining Tim Elliott to explain the trend is Youssef Mouallem, Chief Business Officer at Vista. | 20m 18s | ||||||
| 6/17/26 | ![]() UAE Property Market Q&A: Rents, Prices and More | Tim Elliott sits down with Mario Volpi, Senior Manager at Eva Real Estate, to unpack the latest developments shaping the UAE property market. From major launches and market-moving headlines to rental trends and investor sentiment, they separate fact from hype and answer listeners' questions with practical insights and expert analysis. | 46m 48s | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() Dubai Off-Plan: Real Property or Pure Hype? | Dubai’s off-plan property sector continues to thrive, offering exciting new opportunities for global investors. Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott to explore how Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are shaping the market, revealing how these strategic deposits grant savvy buyers early access to prime developments and help top developers successfully gauge high-demand trends for upcoming luxury launches. | 20m 33s | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() Business Editor Slams 'Sloppy' UK Media Reporting on Dubai | Tim Elliott sits down with Justin Harper, Editor of Arabian Business and CEO Middle East. Harper tackles recent sensationalised UK media headlines mischaracterising Dubai, exposing misleading imagery and sloppy, out-of-touch journalism while offering a candid defense of the region’s actual business and cultural climate. | 19m 29s | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() Money Mistakes UAE Expats Make Before Retirement | International market volatility and rising living costs are triggering a major shift in retirement planning. Speaking on Mira Business FM, Michele Carby, Founder of The Michele Carby Practice, joins Tim Elliott to analyse critical pension blind spots. Carby challenges the dangerous misconception that home country provisions remain sufficient for modern expatriates. | 20m 27s | ||||||
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