The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) reported robust economic performance indicators for the first quarter of 2026, with a total of 18,921 business licences issued and renewed, compared to 18,768 licences in the same period of 2025, demonstrating a 1% overall increase. The Department reported a significant 36% increase in newly issued licences, reaching 2,991, while renewed licences totalled 15,930 ...

Sharjah’s real estate sector delivered outstanding results during Ramadan 2026, with total transaction value reaching AED 4.6 billion, marking a significant 71.8% increase compared to AED 2.7 billion recorded during Ramadan 2025. This strong performance highlights sustained market momentum, driven by rising demand across diverse property segments and reinforced by the emirate’s position as a secure and attractive investment destination. ...

Alef Group, a premier real estate developer in Sharjah, has announced plans to develop a new community mall within Hayyan, one of its distinguished projects in the Emirate of Sharjah, reinforcing the group’s vision of creating integrated destinations that enrich everyday living. Serving residents and the wider community The mall will serve as a central retail and lifestyle hub within ...

The Project Financing Committee of the “RUWAD”, affiliated with Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) (SEDD), held its 41st meeting at the department’s headquarters. The meeting was chaired by Hamad Ali Abdullah Al Mahmoud, Chairman of the Department, and attended by committee members Saeed Ghanem Al Suwaidi, Faisal Jassim Al Midfa, Fahd Al Khumairi, Dr Mudathir Abdullah, and Noura Al Zarooni. ...

The real estate sector in Sharjah began 2026 with exceptional momentum, recording a strong monthly transaction value in January, a clear indicator of the market’s strength and growing investment appeal. Total real estate transactions in January 2026 reached approximately AED 9.3 billion, compared with AED 7 billion in January 2025, representing a 34.8% increase. A total of 10,333 transactions were ...

In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of American University of Sharjah, Sharjah hosted its annual Ramadan Majlis, themed “Sustainability in Creative Industries”, at The Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park). The Majlis brought together senior officials, representatives of economic and innovation institutions, and entrepreneurs, reflecting the emirate’s dynamic, knowledge-driven economic environment. It was ...

An official delegation from Sharjah has recently concluded a two-day visit across two major Indian cities of Ahmedabad and Chennai. The ‘Sharjah-India Investment Roadshow’ organised by the Department of Government Relations (DGR) in collaboration with Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), was designed to explore emerging investment opportunities across technology, services, industry, and ...

The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), in collaboration with the American Chamber of Commerce in Dubai (AmCham Dubai), organised ‘Business and Golf Day 2026’ as part of joint efforts to enhance investment between the business communities of the Emirate of Sharjah and the United States of America. Platform for direct engagement between investors and institutions Held at Sharjah Golf ...

Air Arabia has closed 2025 with its strongest financial performance to date, posting a pre-tax profit of AED 1.8 billion. The budget carrier’s full-year revenue rose to AED 7.78 billion, marking a 15% increase from the previous year, fuelled by a growing passenger base and a significant expansion of its route network. Growth across the network The airline welcomed 21.8 ...

The Sharjah Real Estate Exhibition “Acres 2026,” organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, and Leader Events, took place from January 21 to 24, 2026, at Expo Centre Sharjah. The exhibition facilitated real estate transactions exceeding AED 5 billion, a 17% increase compared to the previous year. The Sharjah Executive Council’s decision ...