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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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      Ships at anchor around Qaboos Port in Muscat, Oman. More ships are now able to transit the Strait of Hormuz, easing crude supply worries. Getty Images
      Brent oil below prewar levels as Strait of Hormuz traffic improves

      Analysts say return to normal supply levels will take more time due to tanker queues and safety guarantees

      EnergyJune 26, 2026
      Apple has raised the price of its iPad and MacBook products due to the rising cost of memory and storage chips. The company said iPhone prices will not be affected. AFP
      Apple raises MacBook and iPad prices as chip costs bite

      Increase comes after years of company largely freezing prices on its products despite adding new features

      TechnologyJune 25, 2026
      The UAE Central Bank has taken steps to protect the transparency and integrity of the country's financial system. Photo: Wam
      UAE Central Bank fines foreign bank Dh20m for breaching money laundering rules

      Penalty is among highest imposed on financial entity operating in country

      BusinessJune 24, 2026
      Dubai attracted 1,253 projects, a 7 per cent share of global greenfield FDI projects. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Dubai's greenfield FDI strength attracted $8.83bn inflows in 2025

      Emirate ranks top for greenfield FDI inflows for fifth straight year, FT data shows

      EconomyJune 23, 2026
      The San Juan de Lurigancho neighbourhood, on the outskirts of Lima. Growth in Peru's power sector is being driven by infrastructure development, mining and industrial growth. AFP
      UAE's Alterra co-invests in Inkia to boost Peru's energy sector and economy

      Funding was made in partnership with I Squared Capital

      BusinessJune 18, 2026
      Edge Group is aggressively expanding in Europe through key partnerships. Photo: Edge
      Abu Dhabi's Edge teams up with Leonardo to target $4.64bn defence systems orders

      Partnership to focus on airborne radars and market M-346 transonic aircraft

      BusinessJune 17, 2026
      Revolut serves more than 75 million customers around the world. Getty Images
      UK's Revolut expands UAE partnerships before full-scale launch

      FinTech company marks 'important milestones' by securing licences from authorities

      MoneyJune 17, 2026
      Central banks remain confident on gold's role in times of crises, the World Gold Council said. Reuters
      Central banks to boost gold reserves despite declining prices

      The precious metal remains a 'reliable store of wealth', World Gold Council report finds

      MarketsJune 17, 2026
      SpaceX's valuation soared past $2 trillion on its Wall Street debut on Friday. AFP
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      Why SpaceX's IPO draws parallels to Facebook's attempt 14 years ago

      Analysts urge investors to exercise caution amid a resurgence in US listings

      MarketsJune 14, 2026
      Moody's expects the UAE capital's credit profile to remain resilient due to the development of the Habshan-Fujairah pipeline, which provides an alternative route for its energy exports, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. Photo: Ipic
      UAE retains high Moody's ratings and stable outlook on 'strong shock-absorption'

      Abu Dhabi keeps top credit grade, with large fiscal buffers

      EconomyJune 13, 2026
      European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde was firm but cautious in announcing the regulator's interest rate decision this week. Bloomberg
      How the ECB's rate rise shows it doesn't want to be haunted by ghosts of the past

      Policymakers appear more cautious compared to their decisions in 2011 and 2022

      EconomyJune 13, 2026
      Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are ranked as the top social media platforms by user numbers. AP
      Meta Platforms apps down in major outage

      Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp each have more than 3 billion users

      TechnologyJune 12, 2026
      Repsol's Valdesolar solar park in Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. Masdar has been expanding its global portfolio with partnerships and acquisitions. Getty Images
      Abu Dhabi's Masdar finalises deal to acquire Repsol stake for $978m

      The deal will give Masdar nearly half of Repsol and an operational capacity of 705MW

      EnergyJune 11, 2026
      Vessels anchored in the Strait of Hormuz. Opec said global oil demand is expected to rebound next year. Reuters
      Opec cuts oil demand outlook for this year again as Iran war disrupts markets

      Oil group says the global economy remains 'resilient'

      EnergyJune 11, 2026
      Edge Group remains at the forefront of the UAE's defence industry. Photo: Edge
      Abu Dhabi's Edge Group opens European base to fuel global expansion

      Edge Europe will focus on delivering advanced systems and creating jobs

      BusinessJune 11, 2026
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