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      Alvin R Cabral

      Alvin R Cabral

      Business Reporter – Consumer & Technology
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      Alvin Romans Cabral is a business reporter who has been covering consumer technology for The National since 2021. With over 13 years of experience in journalism, he has represented the UAE on the global stage at some of the sector’s most important events, including those from Apple and Samsung. Prior to joining The National, he worked for the Dubai-based Khaleej Times since 2008.
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      Articles

      Petrol prices remain elevated amid the uncertainty over the US-Iran war and the slump in oil prices. AFP
      Oil prices slide on hopes of Strait of Hormuz reopening within month

      Commercial shipping would be restored to pre-war levels in key waterway under proposed deal

      EnergyMay 27, 2026
      Albert Manifold has been removed from his position, which he took up last October. PA / Reuters
      Ousted BP chairman Albert Manifold vows to fight 'false narrative'

      Surprise move made over 'serious concerns' related to governance and oversight

      EnergyMay 26, 2026
      An artist's rendering of Sphere Abu Dhabi on Yas Island. The entertainment venue is slated to open in 2029. Photo: DCT Abu Dhabi
      Alec Holdings secures $1.7bn construction contract for Sphere Abu Dhabi

      The development is 'both technically complex and architecturally ambitious'

      BusinessMay 23, 2026
      An oil tanker at the Port of Fujairah. Pipeline exports have offset lower volumes through the hotly disputed Strait of Hormuz. Reuters
      Gulf countries maintain credit ratings amid Iran war uncertainty

      The UAE kept a top AA- rating as oil revenues are expected to remain strong

      EconomyMay 23, 2026
      Wensleydale cheese processing plant in Hawes, Yorkshire. Cheese will be among British products that will benefit from the immediate removal of tariffs as the trade deal between the Gulf and UK comes into effect. Getty Images
      How Gulf and UK will feed off each other's strengths with $5bn free-trade deal

      Agreement proves region remains open for business despite geopolitical uncertainties

      EconomyMay 21, 2026
      In Tehran, an anti-US billboard shows President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz. Reuters
      Oil prices slide 5% as Trump says the Iran war will end 'very quickly'

      Supply worries remain high as Iran threatens to escalate the conflict 'beyond the region'

      MarketsMay 20, 2026
      Google, with its Gemini platform, is in a race against fellow Big Tech companies in improving its AI services and making them accessible to more users. AFP
      Google says companies can save $1bn a year by shifting to AI

      Company announces series of updates at its I/O conference

      TechnologyMay 19, 2026
      DP World's flagship Jebel Ali Free Zone. Photo: Dubai Government Media Office
      DP World attracts $233m investments at Jebel Ali Free Zone

      Nearly half of commitments were made during wartime months of March and April

      EconomyMay 19, 2026
      President Sheikh Mohamed and Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and managing director and group chief executive of Adnoc, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Abu Dhabi. Photo: UAE Presidential Court
      Adnoc signs strategic agreements with Indian energy companies

      Deals set to enable energy firms to explore opportunities in crude, gas and trade

      EnergyMay 15, 2026
      ADGM, seen on Al Maryah Island, continues to attract major asset and fund managers. Victor Besa / The National
      Vista Equity Partners opens base in ADGM to tap into robust regional investment scene

      The US private equity company manages $107bn in assets across more than 90 portfolio companies

      BusinessMay 14, 2026
      From left, Toufic Mitri, managing director of National Taxi, Abdul Muhsen Kalbat, group chairman of Dubai Taxi Company, and Mansoor Alfalasi, chief executive of Dubai Taxi Company. Photo: DTC
      Dubai Taxi Company to acquire National Taxi for $395m in Abu Dhabi push

      Takeover will add 2,700 vehicles to DTC's fleet and help boost its reach across the UAE

      BusinessMay 13, 2026
      Agthia's water and food arm, which includes the Al Ain brand, continues to be a key driver for its business. Sammy Dallal / The National
      Abu Dhabi's Agthia posts 13% rise in first-quarter profit on resilient operations

      The ADQ unit's diversified portfolio helped boost revenue

      MarketsMay 12, 2026
      An artist's impression of one of Aldar Properties' upcoming developments in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Aldar
      Aldar to build community on undeveloped island as part of five megaprojects

      The developments, in partnership with DMT, will span a total of 20 million square metres

      EconomyMay 12, 2026
      A jewellery shop at Dubai Gold Souk. First-quarter demand for jewellery in the UAE fell by 40 per cent, the World Gold Council says. AFP
      Lacking lustre - Iran war dents demand for gold jewellery

      Demand is slumping, but buyers have not lost interest – they are waiting for the right opportunity, analysts say

      MarketsMay 07, 2026
      Ships are seen in the Strait of Hormuz from Musandam in Oman. Reuters
      Oil prices plunge on reports US and Iran nearing peace deal

      Brent sank as much as 10%, while WTI shed 12% in intraday trade

      MarketsMay 06, 2026
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