Podcast appearances and mentions of Richard Dean

30 Sep 2025. It’s the end of an era as we bid adieu to our very own Richard Dean, who hangs up his headphones after two decades on The Business Breakfast. Today’s show is filled with love, tributes, and memories from listeners and colleagues alike. But it’s also business as usual - we speak to the team behind a new luxury Singapore hotel opening in Barsha Heights, and ADNOC Distribution on how it’s revamping its petrol station retail as the “battle of the forecourts” heats up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Sep 2025. Saudi Arabia has frozen rent hikes in Riyadh for the next five years to tackle soaring prices. We ask Matt Myers of Heriot-Watt University why Saudi is doing this and what it means for investors and the wider property market. Plus, we wrap up AI Week with Presight’s Chief Growth Officer on where the company is heading next. And Matt Stanley of Keplr brings us the latest on the oil market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Sept 2025. It’s Day 4 of our live broadcast from Presight HQ in Abu Dhabi for AI Week in partnership with Microsoft. Martin Yates, Executive Office Government Advisor at Presight (G42), explains how AI can make cities smarter. Plus, with corporate tax returns due on September 30, tax expert Thomas Vanhee walks us through what companies need to know. And we talk about the business of basketball in Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways CEO Antonoaldo Neves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Sep 2025. The OECD has raised its global growth forecast to 3.2% this year, but warned the full impact of tariffs is still to come. We ask Emirates NBD economist Ed Bell how to read the report. Plus, we look at Presight’s growing presence in the financial sector and how AI is transforming everything from risk management to customer experience, with Andrew Reakes. And Simon Ballard, Chief Economist at FAB, joins us for a deep dive into the Abu Dhabi economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Sep 2025. Presight CEO Thomas Pramotedham revealed the news live on The Business Breakfast, outlining how the fund aims to back cutting-edge AI ventures across multiple sectors. Plus, Dubai’s FDI streak continues with over 640 new projects in H1 2025, we asked HSBC’s Simon Williams if Abu Dhabi is catching up. And PwC is moving its annual green energy summit to Abu Dhabi. We spoke to their Head of Energy Transition about what it signals for the UAE’s sustainability push.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 Sep 2025. We’re broadcasting live from Presight HQ to find out where the AI firm fits into the wider G42 ecosystem and what’s next for its growth. Plus, a new Quantum Computing fund goes live in Abu Dhabi today, we speak to Lunate’s Sherif Salem about the opportunity. And as the US slaps a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, we ask Marc Ellis Consulting’s Zaid Al Hiali what this could mean for UAE tech recruitment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Sep 2025. We’re live from Aldar’s latest Dubai launch party as Cecilia Reinaldo takes us inside the developer’s newest project and what it means for the city’s property market. Plus, Deloitte has been crunching the numbers on UAE hiring, we get the latest from their human capital team. And Alpen Capital tells us why Gulf consumers are paying more for healthy and sustainable food.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Sep 2025. The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates by a quarter point and the UAE Central Bank immediately followed, lowering the base rate to 4.15%. We ask economist Dan Richards of Emirates NBD what it means for borrowing, saving, and investing here in the UAE. Plus, Majid Al Futtaim has opened a supermarket just for kids, we speak to their CEO of Retail about the concept. And Sky Kurtz, the “Berry King” of Pure Harvest, joins us to reveal two new collaborations as demand for local produce continues to rise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Sep 2025. Affluent Gulf consumers have doubled their spending in the past two years, according to Visa. We speak to Dr Saeeda Jaffar to find out where the money is going (spoiler: five-star hotels & jewelry). Plus, we talk “coffee-nomics” with DMCC as they build a giant coffee hub in Dubai. And as we give away a brand new Nio, we highlight how DEWA is making EV charging more accessible across the city.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Sep 2025. More than half of the new companies setting up in Dubai this year are from Asia. We ask Professor Aditya Moses of the Indian Institute of Management why Dubai is becoming the destination of choice for Asian businesses. Plus, Moody’s warns of a “moderate price correction” in Dubai’s real estate market, we speak to the analyst behind the report. And Dubai builder ALEC is going public with a 20% share offering, we ask Sameer Lakhani what the listing could mean for investors and the wider construction sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 Sep 2025. Emaar Properties is planning acquisitions in “big countries” including the US, India, and China with Chairman Mohamed Alabbar saying the UAE may be “too small” for the developer’s ambitions. Plus, could Dubai homebuyers soon skip the traditional 20% down payment? REEF’s Samer Ambar joins us to explain their game-changing model. And we launched “Charge & Chat” - our new tech talk feature from the backseat of a NIO electric car - kicking off with Amazon MENA’s Ronaldo Mouchawar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Sep 2025. From Larry Ellison’s fortune jump to Abu Dhabi’s launch of K2 Think, it’s been a huge week for AI. Professor Nancy Gleason joins us to reflect on what it all means for the future of work and education. Plus, global creative agency Croud has chosen Dubai as its MENA HQ, we explore why the city is becoming the launchpad for global advertising growth. And England rugby’s Martin Bayfield - the real-life Hagrid! - joins us ahead of hosting this year’s Emirates Dubai 7s Long Lunch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Sep 2025. UK fintech giant Revolut is one step closer to launching in the UAE after receiving initial Central Bank approval. We spoke to regional CEO Ambareen Musa about the rollout. Plus, Dubai Chamber’s Saeed Al Gergawi shares how the emirate plans to become the global capital of the digital economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Sep 2025. US investment giants Permira and Blackstone have paid $525 million for a stake in Dubai-based Property Finder, valuing the company at $2 billion. We get the inside story from founder Michael Lahyani. Plus, Abu Dhabi launches K2 Think, a new AI model it says can rival ChatGPT in mathematical tasks. And as Rupert Murdoch settles his family succession battle, we ask Lombard Odier’s Aboudi Najia what succession planning looks like here in the Gulf.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09 Sep 2025. UAE proptech PRYPCO has closed a Pre-Series a round led by General Catalyst. We speak to founder Amira Sajwani about what it means for investors and the future of tokenized real estate. Plus, veteran Gulf investor Hazem Ben-Gacem, former Investcorp CEO, reveals details of his new $2 billion fund, BlueFive. And Stirling Hospitality’s Tatiana Veller tells us what’s next for tourism growth in Ras Al Khaimah.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08 Sep 2025. We’re live from NIO Hub Dubai with a flurry of announcements: Du is selling more shares in a secondary public offering, with just over 7.5% of its share capital offered to investors. ADNOC Gas joins the FTSE Emerging Index, boosting its global visibility after earlier inclusion in MSCI. And NIO’s UAE boss on their new hub in SZR, plus a car giveaway!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04 Sep 2025. Discussing earnings - Etihad Airways posts record first-half profit, up 32% year-on-year, with passenger and cargo revenue both rising. Majid Al Futtaim also reports a 23% increase in adjusted net profit, as malls and hotels perform strongly but retail and real estate soften. Plus, what community amenities really help sell your house, we find out. And speaking to the snooker legend Dennis Taylor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

03 Sep 2025. Gold has surged to an all-time high above $3,500 an ounce, with silver topping $40 for the first time in 14 years. We get the story from economist Ed Bell and precious metals guru Jeff Rhodes. Plus, the Dubai World Trade Centre is gearing up for a busy close to the year - VP Diego Cortese explained what the calendar looks like and what it means for the traffic. And we dig into the business of Formula 1, as Abu Dhabi and Bahrain move closer to a $3 billion takeover of McLaren. Sports lawyer Steve Bainbridge joins us live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02 Sep 2025. It’s time for the annual Insight Discovery reputation survey, which jobs do we admire, and which ones do we mistrust? CEO Nigel Sillitoe reveals the rankings. Plus, Dubai Duty Free reports record-breaking August sales of nearly AED 650 million, up 15% year-on-year and outpacing passenger growth. Managing Director Ramesh Cidambi crunches the numbers for us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 Aug 2025. Dubai’s population has crossed 4 million, according to the Dubai Statistics Centre, that's growing at nearly 7% a year since 1985, the year Emirates Airline launched. What does that mean for jobs and infrastructure? We break it down. Plus, we talk real estate with the boss of Emirates REIT, the billion-dollar fund shaping Dubai’s property market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Aug 2025. Nvidia’s profits beat expectations, but shares fell on concerns over data centre demand. We get reaction from Josh Gilbert of eToro. Plus, as the US slaps 50% tariffs on Indian goods, are we seeing manufacturers shift to the UAE? We asked one company formation expert. And on Emirati Women’s Day, Wio Bank’s Chief Marketing Officer Amina Taher shares her journey as an Emirati executive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Aug 2025. 50% tariffs on Indian exports to the US come into effect today. We asked economist Daniel Richards what it means for India’s economy and for global trade. Plus, Cavendish Maxwell says both volumes and values of Abu Dhabi home sales fell in H1 we find out why. And UAE mortgage broker Holo has raised $22 million, CEO & Founder Michael Hunter explained what they plan to do with the cash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Aug 2025. A new KPMG report shows finance leaders in the UAE are adopting artificial intelligence at a quicker pace than their global peers. We break it down with Bhaskar Sahay, Partner and Head of Accounting and Finance for the UAE and Oman at KPMG Middle East. Plus, economist Daniel Richards on the UAE President’s visit to Angola and the string of trade deals signed there. And we meet FMCG veteran Mark Wyllie, newly appointed CEO of Camelicious.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Aug 2025. Dubai will see 25 new schools, colleges and nurseries open this academic year, according to KHDA. As thousands of children return to the classroom, Taaleem is opening a new school, CEO Alan Williamson gives us the business case. Plus, The Indian High Group is known for offering some of Dubai’s most affordable education. We ask CEO Punit Vasu how they keep fees low while maintaining high standards. And, we do something very un–Business Breakfast-like, speak to a not-for-profit school - Matthew Cotgrove, boss of DESS College.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Jul 2025. Yesterday we asked if summer was the season for tweakments, today we’re going all in. Is Dubai seeing a plastic surgery boom? We speak to Dr. Iraj Ahmadi, Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Mediclinic Welcare Hospital. Plus, Monte Saffediene of Capital.com breaks down Tesla and Google’s latest earnings. And CBD CFO Darren Clarke joins us with the bank’s latest results - up 15% in Q2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Jun 2025. We checked in with the team from Anantara The Palm. Plus, Gartner says nearly half of “Agentic AI” projects are overhyped and doomed to fail. Senior Director Analyst Anushree Verma explained their findings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Jun 2025. What does that say about macro sentiment? Economist Jeanne Walters gives us her take. Plus, Al Mal Capital outlines its plan to raise Dhs200 million for its REIT. And we head to Palm Jumeirah, where 25 Degrees just bought a $100 million plot - Development Director Joe Chamberlin tells us who’s buying and what they’re building. Also, it's just over a year since Parkin became a publicly listed company - we take stock with the CEO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Jun 2025. Oman is set to introduce a 5% income tax on high earners from 2028. Could this signal a shift across the Gulf? We speak to taxpert Thomas Vanhee of Aurifer Middle East. Plus, we get the latest on regional developments and market reaction with economist Jeanne Walters. And we reflect on the life and legacy of FedEx founder Fred Smith, with longtime colleague and Dubai business leader Hamdi Osman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Jun 2025. We get real-time reaction from economist Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD and market insight from Century Financial’s Vijay Valecha. Plus, the UAE has new ministries covering trade and the economy: economist Dr Nasser Saidi gives us his reaction. And corporate fraud in the Middle East is reaching alarming new levels, according to KPMG. We find out why with their regional head of forensics, Nicholas Cameron.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Jun 2025. Is a new kitchen or upgraded flooring really worth it - or is it just cheaper to move? We dig into the economics of renovation with Clementine Munro of Haus & Haus and Mohamed Fiaz Khazi of Euro Systems. Plus, Taaleem shares jumped 6% after acquiring Kids First Group. We speak to CEO Alan Williamson about what the deal means for the UAE’s education sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Jun 2025. Despite global uncertainty, Gulf economies are on the rise. We unpack the latest Economic Insight report with Oxford Economics’ Scott Livermore. Plus, we get the latest on the G7 summit with Dr. Andreas Schotter from Ivey Business School. And we turn to warehousing - the unglamorous but booming sector driving UAE economic momentum. The team from Knight Frank tells us what they’re seeing on the ground.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Jun 2025. We break down the numbers with economist Ed Bell, and look ahead to the UAE President’s visit to the G7 in Canada. Plus, we assess the latest oil market moves with Kpler’s Matt Stanley after a weekend of regional military activity. And Citi’s Ronit Ghose tells us why 2025 is shaping up to be Blockchain’s “ChatGPT moment” - and what that could mean for UAE finance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

03 Jun 2025. Two out of three UAE professionals say they’d change jobs for better pay, but how much of a raise would it take? We speak to Korn Ferry about what workers really want. Plus, we cross live to ADGM to look at Abu Dhabi’s strong financial start to 2025. And Chestertons reports a 50% jump in commercial leasing, we get the details with Andrew Elliott, Director of Commercial Agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02 Jun 2025. OPEC has announced another oil production increase. What does that mean for prices, and for the UAE? We get the view from energy expert Amena Bakr. Plus, HSBC has been asking UAE companies how tariff uncertainty is hitting their bottom line. And we meet two Dubai wellness startups giving business a healthy glow-up: Allez Kit and Humantra.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 May 2025. Travel sites are seeing sharp drops in bookings to the US from countries hit by tariffs. Are travellers changing course? We ask Emily Jenkins of DW Travel. Plus, ahead of tomorrow’s OPEC meeting, economist Dan Richards tells us what to expect. And PwC’s Stephen Anderson shares their latest outlook on the global and regional economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 May 2025. The UAE has introduced a new licence for financial content creators, the first of its kind in the region. We speak to Zaina Kamran of Neoslegal about what it means for influencers, platforms, and investor protection. Plus, with the US halting student visa interviews, we ask Madhav Juneja of Crimson Education how it could impact students and the business of education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 May 2025. That's according to Energy Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei. We ask energy expert Robin Mills where that power will come from and how the grid will cope. Plus, M&A activity is heating up in the UAE. We speak to one of the companies involved in the latest deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 May 2025. Labubu dolls are outselling Barbie, and UAE can’t get enough. We speak to a local retailer about the craze and how they’re keeping up with demand. Plus, the NFL’s go-to agency has bought a Dubai firm, we ask RISE’s Seth Holmes what’s driving their move into Middle East sport. And, meet the man bringing a reservation app to Dubai that promises access to any restaurant in town.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 May 2025. Dubai Land Department (DLD) and VARA have launched Prypco Mint, the UAE’s first official tokenized real estate project. From just Dhs2,000, investors can buy a share of a Business Bay apartment. We speak to DLD’s Head of Innovation about what this means for the property market. Plus, with the Emiratisation deadline looming, we look at how AI is helping companies meet their hiring goals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 May 2025. The campus was announced during Donald Trump’s visit last week. We get reaction from AI expert Andreas Hassellof. Plus, with Emirates bookings booming, what does it mean for Skywards members? We speak to Dr. Nejib Ben Kheder, Head of Emirates’ loyalty programme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 May 2025. Markets rally as the US and China agree to slash tariffs, is this the moment tech stocks and investors have been waiting for? We ask top analyst Dan Ives. Plus, ADNOC L&S reports earnings - CFO Nick Gleeson joins us. And we talk digital banking and disruption with Starling Bank CEO Raman Bhatia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

05 May 2025. We ask MD Ramesh Cidambi how much of that is thanks to one viral chocolate bar. Plus, Ian Johnston is stepping down (again) as CEO of the DFSA, is it goodbye for good this time? And ADNOC Gas posts its Q1 earnings, CFO Peter van Driel joins us live with the numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01 May 2025. It's a strong and steady start of the year for Dubai International Airport, as it welcomed 23.4 million guests in the first quarter of the year. Richard Dean discusses the numbers with Dubai Airports CEO, Paul Griffiths. We also hear from Griffiths what they are planning for DWC Al Maktoum International to create a seamless experience for guests. Brandy Scott also speaks with the Deputy President and CCO of Emirates, Adnan Kazim, about the future of the carrier. Plus, Matthew Macloughlin from Espace Real Estate joins the team following the release of their property report for Q1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UAE’s aviation industry is not affected so far by Trump tariffs and the unfolding trade war, according to the CEO of Fly Dubai, Ghaith Al Ghaith and Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways. We also look at the growth of one of the Gulf's newest tourist hotspots - AlUla. And Mark Weinstein, Chief Marketing Officer of Hilton, joins The Business Breakfast as we broadcast live from Hilton Conrad Dubai.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Apr 2025. Fuel delivery firm Cafu is reportedly looking to raise funds by selling a stake. The news comes as Cafu reintroduced delivery fees for filling up cars, ranging from 12 to 20 dirhams. We speak to Head of Partnerships Alaa El Huni about what’s behind the move. Plus, Pure Harvest’s Sky Kurtz is turning fruit into luxury preserves. And Oliver Wyman ranks 1,500 global cities for business attractiveness, we get the insights from Partner Ben Simpfendorfer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Apr 2025. More commercial space, more rental stock, but will prices follow? We speak to CRC’s Ben Bargh and Betterhomes CEO Louie Harding. Plus, PayPal opens its Middle East HQ in Dubai. We ask Suzan Kereere why now, and why here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 Apr 2025. Dubai inflation has eased to 2.8%, the slowest pace in six months. We get economist Ed Bell’s take on what it means for your wallet. Plus, Cordell Partners breaks down UAE finance sector salaries: what’s hot, what’s not, and whether pay is keeping up with the cost of living. And as global tariffs rise, could aircraft prices follow? Aviation expert Mark D. Martin weighs in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Apr 2025. The UAE saw just over 1% growth in new employment in Q1, according to Cooper Fitch. So has the busy start to the year really translated into jobs? We break it down with their latest report. Plus, we’re joined in our pop-up studio by Arjun Sarkar, Vice-President of our hosts Dubai CommerCity. And the RTA signs an MoU with Baidu’s Apollo Go - we speak to Khaled Al Awadhi about autonomous taxis hitting Dubai roads in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Apr 2025. Art Dubai is back — but just how big is the business behind the art? We speak to Executive Director Benedetta Ghione about the creative economy’s growing role in the UAE. Plus, crypto platform MANTRA sees wild swings — we ask the CEO what’s driving the volatility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Apr 2025. The Mall of the Emirates is getting a 5 billion dirham facelift. We speak to Khalifa Bin Braik, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Asset Management, about what’s changing—and what it means for jobs and the wider Dubai economy. Meanwhile, Wall Street takes another hit, with Nvidia leading the slide. But US investor Keith Fitz-Gerald says there’s still plenty of upside if you know where to look.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.