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On 23 February 2026, the UAE Ministry of Finance issued three comprehensive e‑invoicing guides, completing the legal, operational, and technical framework for e‑invoicing. With legislation finalised, ASPs approved, and EmaraTax enabled, businesses must now urgently select an Accredited Service Provider, perform a gap assessment, and prepare systems and processes ahead of mandatory implementation.

Drawing on insights from the World Governments Summit, Dr Osama El‑Bakry explains why the biggest risk facing boards today is not strategy, but the pace at which governance, oversight and decision‑making adapt to policy change.

Grant Thornton UAE’s 2026 logistics M&A report explores shifting regional dynamics, including deal volumes, valuation trends, major transactions, strategic alliances and infrastructure developments across the UAE, GCC and global markets. This data‑led analysis also highlights emerging sustainability and digitalisation themes shaping the sector’s future.

Grant Thornton UAE’s flagship CFO report reveals how finance leaders are navigating technology, liquidity, risk, ESG and talent in a fast‑changing environment.

UAE Federal Tax Authority Introduces Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) Programme

This checklist, developed by Grant Thornton UAE and based on ThoughtLab’s AI maturity framework, guides asset and wealth management leaders through seven pragmatic steps to advance AI maturity. Covering strategy, innovation culture, IT platforms, talent, advanced tools, data management, and governance, the article addresses the unique challenges and opportunities for UAE and GCC firms. It highlights the importance of aligning AI adoption with business goals, regulatory requirements, and local market realities, empowering organisations to move from pilots to enterprise-wide transformation and realise tangible ROI from AI investments.

Grant Thornton UAE’s latest insights reveal how asset managers in the UAE and GCC can move beyond compliance and use data as a growth engine. The article outlines three key strategies: building a single, trusted data environment, applying AI to drive revenue, and personalising the investor experience. With a focus on local market drivers such as regulatory change and high mobile adoption, GTUAE experts explain how firms can optimise existing systems, upskill teams, and deliver better outcomes for clients.

This practical Q&A from the 26 November Thomson Reuters MENA webinar provides clear guidance on the UAE e‑invoicing mandate. Learn who’s in scope for B2B and B2C, how reverse charge mechanism (RCM) applies to imports and domestic transactions, and when self‑billing is required. Explore the process of appointing and linking an ASP in EmaraTax, ERP integration options including APIs and Odoo modules, and best practices for AP workflows such as handling rejections, credit notes, and reconciliation. The article also outlines UAE record retention rules for e‑invoicing compliance.

Exit readiness is critical for maximising value during a business sale or transition. Grant Thornton UAE outlines key factors, planning fundamentals, and a holistic approach to ensure smooth, successful exits.

The Discovery series 2025 highlights how women are driving change in the UAE’s financial services sector. Featuring key data, sector ambitions, and interviews with senior leaders in risk, audit, and compliance, this report offers insights into diversity, governance, and the future of finance.

Getting started with decarbonisation requires moving from strategy to action. This article outlines five key steps: securing leadership buy-in, measuring emissions, setting credible targets, embedding carbon into core decisions, and building long-term capability. With tightening disclosure rules and UAE’s Federal Decree-Law No. 11/2024, organisations must act now to reduce risks and unlock value. Grant Thornton helps businesses integrate climate goals into operations and ensure compliance while driving efficiency and growth.

Generative AI is transforming the UAE insurance sector through automation, personalised services, and advanced risk management. This article examines adoption challenges, responsible AI principles, and governance models that insurers need to stay competitive and compliant.

This article from Grant Thornton UAE explains why decarbonisation is becoming a core business strategy. It covers global disclosure trends, investor and market pressures, and practical steps for integrating carbon reduction into operations for long-term advantage.

In our September 2025 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

2025 ICFR Benchmark Survey for UAE insurance sector: universal ICFR adoption, third-party risk management, resource gaps, spreadsheet reliance, and practical steps for audit readiness. Data-driven insights and roadmap for resilience from Grant Thornton UAE.

Disruption is now a constant in global business. This article from Grant Thornton examines how mid-market firms can thrive by building resilience, investing in technology, and adapting supply chains—turning instability into a competitive advantage.