Justin George Varghese

Nov 29, 2024 | gulfnews.com | Justin George Varghese

Dubai: During the lead-up to Eid Al Etihad, UAE experts are eyeing an increase in demand for gold jewellery, just like any other major holiday in the Gulf region, more so as prices are expected to remain low as investors move toward riskier assets like stocks in the coming days.

Nov 28, 2024 | gulfnews.com | Justin George Varghese

Dubai: The ‘Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) payment option, which allows consumers to purchase goods and pay in instalments, has become increasingly popular in recent years, but there is a growing concern that BNPL may be doing more harm than good, particularly when it comes to the state of your finances. “BNPL services often promote the idea of immediate gratification, which can lead buyers to purchase items they can't afford.

Nov 28, 2024 | gulfnews.com | Justin George Varghese

Dubai: The ‘Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) payment option, which allows consumers to purchase goods and pay in instalments, has become increasingly popular in recent years, but there is a growing concern that BNPL may be doing more harm than good, particularly when it comes to the state of your finances. “BNPL services often promote the idea of immediate gratification, which can lead buyers to purchase items they can't afford.

Nov 27, 2024 | gulfnews.com | Justin George Varghese

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) launched a new lower-carbon energy and chemicals investment arm to manage international assets worth over $80 billion, building a powerhouse that it hopes will accelerate overseas growth. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan approved the launch of XRG during the annual meeting of ADNOC’s board of directors held at its headquarters.

Nov 26, 2024 | gulfnews.com | Justin George Varghese

Dubai: Global airfares are set to become more expensive in 2025 even as gains moderate by the end of this year, according to a new report from American Express Global Business Travel Group Inc. But how would this affect traveller plans, particularly usage of hotel points and airline miles? The survey noted that fares on most routes will rise between 2 per cent and 14 per cent, though the size of the increases will likely vary greatly by region.