AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoRed Sea Shipping Shock: Yemen’s Houthis claim they attacked two oil tankers after the US launched another night of strikes on Iran, raising fears for global energy routes as threats target the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandab corridor. Port Diversification: DP World signed an agreement in principle with Fujairah Ports Authority for a 50-year concession to build two new east-coast terminals (Al Rugaylat and Dibba), aiming to move cargo without relying on Hormuz. Banking Watch: Emirates NBD posted record H1 2026 profit before tax of Dh16.2bn (+5%); Emirates Islamic also reported strong H1 results, while First Abu Dhabi Bank said Q2 net profit rose 4%. Dubai Business & Services: Dubai South Properties and Emirates NBD will offer off-plan mortgage solutions; Dubai Municipality launched an Account Manager initiative for faster municipal service follow-up. Energy Infrastructure: DEWA said transmission investments now exceed AED10bn, with major substations and lines commissioned and more tenders planned. UFC Abu Dhabi: Islam Dulatov faces Wellington Turman on July 25, with the card streaming on Paramount+. Travel Disruption: Etihad extended Kuwait flight cancellations and adjusted Bahrain services amid regional instability.
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