DUBAI/GULF TIME Fitch Ratings has upgraded Union Insurance Company (P.J.S.C.)’s Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) Rating to ‘BBB+’ from ‘BBB’ with stable outlook. The upgrade reflects Union’s improved financial performance following the Board and Management actions to improve profitability of the underwriting book. The rating also reflects the insurer’s strong capitalisation, good company profile and strong reinsurance protection. In H1 2025, ...

ABU DHABI/GULF TIME Dave’s Hot Chicken, the cult-favorite LA-born brand known for its Nashville-style hot chicken, has officially landed in Abu Dhabi with the grand opening of its newest branch at Marina Mall. This highly anticipated launch marks the brand’s debut in the capital, bringing its bold flavors and signature heat to one of the UAE’s most vibrant culinary hubs. ...

UAE/GULF TIME Splash Fashions announces an exclusive partnership with iconic Maya Diab, the celebrated Lebanese artist and regional style icon, who joins the brand as its fashion ambassador and the new face of Splash. This collaboration brings together Maya Diab’s creative energy and fearless approach to style with Splash’s signature vision of contemporary fashion, marking the start of an exciting ...