John Mychal Feraren

International Journalist & Producer

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What does Shein’s performance tell us about global markets, and could the same pressures affect consumers and businesses across the GCC? Joining Tim Elliott is Nagham Hassan, MENA Market Analyst at eToro, to look at the bigger market picture.

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Philippines Christmas Starts Now: Holiday Cheer and Corruption Scandals

Full news roundup on Mira Business FM: https://t.co/2uWxoADhDw

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UAE Back to School; Museum of the Future Closes; and 50,000 Gather for Palestinian Culture

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"The UAE is one of those countries in the region that has fared a little bit better than others mostly because of the economic structure and the ability to reroute trade. Short term, there may be a little hit to confidence."

- Dr Florian Meier; Heriot-Watt University Dubai

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Listen to the Daily News podcast of Mira Business FM for the full news roundup:

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UAE Suspends Iran Trade Amid Escalating Gulf Tensions

Following a missile alert and two ballistic missiles detected in Gulf waters, the UAE takes an unprecedented economic step—freezing all trade and financial ties with Iran until further notice.

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Months into the regional conflict, UAE freelancers are still navigating a tougher market. Projects have been delayed, budgets have tightened and businesses have become more cautious. But has the freelance market started to recover?

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From December 1, UAE businesses playing music commercially will face new annual licensing fees. Who has to pay, how much, and what happens if you don't? Tim Elliott is joined by Raymond Kisswany, Partner at Davidson & Co Law Firm, to explain what businesses need to know.

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Strait of Hormuz Security Escalates as US-Iran Deadline Expires; UAE Backs Gaza Peace Roadmap

Full news roundup: https://t.co/RgsNhhI9xQ

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The TRUTH About Dubai Property Payment Plans (Don't Buy Until You Hear This!)

Tim Elliott speaks to Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon: https://t.co/rv6jJyQXRU

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She Almost Closed Her Restaurant. What Changed?

Months ago, Bobi Bowl was facing serious challenges and co-founder Sylvana Sari revealed she had even considered closing the restaurant. Now, we find out what happened next.

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