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43:25

Mubadala Disneyland Bid; Trump Jr Kalshi; Syria...

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/30

HEADLINES:• Qatari Syrian Billionaire Unveils Long Planned Return to Syria• Mubadala Capital Bids $1.1 Billion For Disneyland Paris Resort Operator• Donald Trump Jr. Could See $300K Kalshi Equity Grow Into Millions Ahead of Potential IPONewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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16:08

Oil Prices, Iran-US Truce, UAE Trade Push & Saudi...

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2026/06/29

HEADLINES:• Oil pares gains as US and Iran pause attacks ahead of Hormuz talks• PIF strategy shifts sentiment as coverage turns more positive after rollout• UAE moves closer to CPTPP talks as trade expansion push accelerates• Saudi Aramco helicopter crash near Ras Tanura kills 14 as investigation beginsNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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5:25

GCC Clarifies Iran Reconstruction Rumors, PIF Seeks...

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2026/06/28

In this episode of the Smashi Business Show, we address the GCC's official stance denying rumors of a $300 billion Iran reconstruction fund. We then shift to Europe, where Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund seeks key EU antitrust and subsidy clearances to finalize its massive $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts. Finally, we explore Newcastle United's recent exploratory talks with Arctos Partners to secure millions in fresh investment for stadium redevelopment.

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38:59

Burjeel $500M Sukuk | Uber Egypt | Iraq vs OPEC

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/26

HEADLINES:• Royal Backed Burjeel Just Raised $500 Million in the First UAE Sukuk Since the Iran War• Uber Egypt Was Just Ordered to Pay EGP 10 Million to the Family of Habiba El Shamaa• BREAKING: Iraq Just Threatened to Leave OPEC Unless It Gets a Higher Production QuotaNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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30:32

GEMS India Push; Al-Futtaim Saudi Overhaul; UAE Oil...

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2026/06/25

HEADLINES:• GEMS Education to Invest $30 Million Expanding Across India• UAE's Al-Futtaim Overhauls Saudi Retail Giant After Corruption Probe• UAE Oil Exports Recover to 85% of Pre War Levels, IEA SaysNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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32:58

MGX $50BN Raise; Foodics Norma Deal; Dubai Flexi Rents

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/24

HEADLINES:• MGX Led by HH Sheikh Tahnoon Just Raised $50 Billion as Abu Dhabi Courts Global Investors• Saudi Foodtech Giant Foodics Acquires Greek AI Startup Norma• Dubai launches ‘Flexi Rents’ initiative to ease tenant payment burdenNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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28:52

Iran Can Sell Oil in Dollars Again; Saudi Pulls...

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/23

HEADLINES:• US partially lifts Iran oil sanctions as peace talks gain momentum• Saudi Central Bank Said to Pull Money From at Least Two Managers• Leaked documents show Israel asked Meta to censor Iran war content and Meta compliedNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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16:18

Saudi Spending Cuts, Atoms IPO Plans & MGX’s...

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2026/06/22

HEADLINES:• Saudi Pullback Hits BCG as PIF Cuts Consulting Spend• Uber co-founder Kalanick’s Atoms eyes Saudi IPO as market waits for stability• MGX explores multi-billion-dollar bid for Singapore’s DayOneNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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3:51

Proptech Rewards, Trade Shield Restructuring, and...

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/21

In this episode of the Smashi Business Show, we explore Dubizzle Group’s strategic investment in Tern, a pioneer in the UAE rental rewards landscape that brings flexible credit card payments to tenants. We then shift to a crucial sovereign update as the UAE restructures the board of Etihad Credit Insurance under Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi to boost global export protections. Finally, we break down Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick’s plans to launch a Saudi IPO for his new AI and robotics venture, Atoms,

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3:04

Hormuz Closure Returns; UAE Royal Steers Iran Ties;...

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2026/06/20

Iran has once again declared the Strait of Hormuz closed as peace talks with the United States prepare to begin in Switzerland. We break down what the move means for global energy markets and why investors are watching shipping traffic closely.

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34:20

Iran $6B Funds; Syria Gas Deal; Emirates–Etihad...

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2026/06/19

HEADLINES:• Iran to get access to $6 billion of frozen funds held in Qatar to buy US goods: FT• Syria signs deal with ConocoPhillips to revive gas production• Emirates and Etihad now offer conflict insurance to lure tourists backNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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34:57

UAE Hormuz Strategy; Revolut UAE Launch; Telegram vs...

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/18

HEADLINES:• UAE aims to cut dependency on Strait of Hormuz to 'zero'• Revolut gets UAE Central Bank licences ahead of full launch• Reliance and WhatsApp behind efforts to sabotage Telegram globally': CEO Pavel DurovNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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32:36

JD Vance Iran Deal; Abu Dhabi Knicks; Sawiris Mykonos

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2026/06/17

HEADLINES:• JD Vance says Gulf states could fund a $300 billion rebuilding of Iran under proposed deal• The Knicks title run was also a win for Abu Dhabi• Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris is building a €100 million luxury resort in MykonosNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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39:28

Al Habtoor IPO; Paramount Warner Bros; Kuwait Nvidia AI

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/16

HEADLINES:• Al Habtoor Group will not go for IPO for now• Gulf backed Paramount just won approval for its $111 billion Warner Bros takeover• Kuwait's sovereign wealth fund just launched a $10 billion AI company with Nvidia and KKRNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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5:46

The US-Iran Framework Breakthrough, 600 Tankers Await...

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2026/06/15

In this episode, we break down the immediate plunge in global oil prices and the stock market rally triggered by the historic US-Iran framework peace agreement. We also look at the logistics at sea as nearly 600 stranded tankers cautiously await the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and highlight the UAE’s major governance leap with the creation of the federal Artificial Intelligence and Data Authority.

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5:43

Blue Owl’s Abu Dhabi Expansion, Ninja Challenges...

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2026/06/14

In this episode, we break down private credit titan Blue Owl Capital’s move to establish its regional headquarters in Abu Dhabi amid macroeconomic shifts. We also explore the intense bidding war brewing in the food delivery sector as Saudi startup Ninja threatens Uber’s Middle East acquisition strategy, and highlight the major regulatory milestone in Washington as the DOJ clears Paramount’s $110 billion purchase of Warner Bros Discovery.

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4:49

SpaceX Mints Saudi Billions; Al Habtoor Eyes Syria;...

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2026/06/13

SpaceX Mints Saudi Billions; Al Habtoor Eyes Syria; Altman Cancels Abu Dhabi Trip

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45:18

Emaar Megaproject; Kalshi World Cup Deal; Al Haboob...

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/12

HEADLINES:• Emaar just launched a Dh200 billion megaproject in Dubai for 150,000 residents• The $22 billion prediction market Kalshi just became a World Cup sponsor of Argentina• How two Saudis turned camel racing into a professional sports franchiseNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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35:44

Saudi Lebanon Trade Reopens; SpaceX IPO; FII New CEO

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/11

HEADLINES:• Saudi Arabia lifts five year Lebanon import ban as Riyadh backs Beirut reforms• SpaceX IPO Draws Billions in Orders From Middle East Funds• FII appoints Princess Maha Al Saud as CEO ahead of Rome summitNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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41:35

Emirates Renews Real Madrid, Meta Court Action,...

The Smashi Business Show ·

2026/06/10

HEADLINES:• Real Madrid land €100 million-a-year Emirates sponsorship deal• Meta Says Israeli Spyware Firm Targeted WhatsApp Users Again• Mubadala Is Reportedly Exploring a €3 Billion Deal for Burger King Operator in Spain and PortugalNewsletter: https://aug.us/4jqModrWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQTiktok: https://aug.us/4lnV0D8Smashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

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