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Alvin R Cabral

Alvin R Cabral

Alvin Romans Cabral is a business reporter who has been covering consumer technology for The National since 2021. With over 13 years of experience in journalism, he has represented the UAE on the global stage at some of the sector’s most important events, including those from Apple and Samsung. Prior to joining The National, he worked for the Dubai-based Khaleej Times since 2008.
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Apple has discontinued production of the Vision Pro and reports suggest the next version may be launched in late 2025 or 2026. Bloomberg
Apple WWDC brings new Vision Pro strategy, but no new AI features

Company wants to boost appeal and utility of headset in preparation for next version

BusinessJune 10, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
A trader on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Wall Street's indices closed this week with gains of about 1 per cent. AP
Wall Street lifted by upbeat US jobs report and Tesla rebound

Concern remains about how soon the Fed will cut interest rates

MarketsJune 07, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Apple could introduce live translation on its AirPods Pro 2. Reuters
iOS 26 and counting: What to expect at Apple's WWDC

Company's software showcase expected to introduce new iterations of its operating systems for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Watch, TV and Vision Pro

TechnologyJune 07, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Crude futures posted modest gains after a phone call between US President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping on tariff issues. AFP
Oil jumps 2% amid optimism over US-China tariff talks and positive jobs report

Decline in US inventories indicates strong demand

EnergyJune 06, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
US President Donald Trump and Tesla Motors chief executive Elon Musk at the Wells Fargo Center. AFP
'Trumped' again: Taking stock of Tesla's market ups and downs

The company's share price has been on a roller-coaster ride over the past year

MarketsJune 06, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Jeremy Allaire, chief executive of Circle Internet Group (fourth from left), and the company's executive team. Photo: Circle
UAE helped US regulators frame digital asset policy, Circle president says

Stablecoin issuer raised $6.8bn in its New York IPO

TechnologyJune 05, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Investments in the electricity industry, the main power source for AI-driven data centres, is set to reach $1.5 trillion in 2025. AFP
Global energy investments to hit record $3.3tn in 2025

Shifting of energy investment along geographical lines will have long-term implications, IEA says

EnergyJune 05, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Most UAE entrepreneurs say they align their practices with personal values over profit, the report found. Getty Images
Nearly half of UAE entrepreneurs lack succession plans, HSBC says

Preparation and communication are key to long-term survival, report finds

MoneyJune 04, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Bur Dubai's old souq area. The emirate's businesses have benefitted from client confidence and competitive pricing, S&P Global said. Pawan Singh / The National
UAE non-oil business activity down in May amid tariff pressures

Fundamentals remain 'solid' as economic output rises, S&P says

BusinessJune 04, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Serbia's capital Belgrade. The country a leading trading partner for the UAE. Getty Images
UAE-Serbia trade to accelerate as Cepa comes into effect

The deal is projected to contribute around $351m to the UAE's GDP by 2031

EconomyMay 31, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, left, is received by Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani at Damascus International Airport on Saturday. AFP
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister pledges financial support for Syria state staff

Prince Faisal bin Farhan met the Syrian President in Damascus for talks focused on strengthening government institutions and the economy

BusinessMay 31, 2025
Mina Aldroubi
Opec has been losing market share in recent years and is trying to enforce quota discipline among its members. Reuters
Opec+ agrees another rise in oil output for July

Decision aims to further stabilise the oil market amid tariff-induced uncertainties

EnergyMay 31, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Merchandise for US President Donald Trump and his Maga movement is seen on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Markets have see-sawed as Mr Trump flip-flops over his tariff regime. AFP
Stock markets feel renewed heat as Trump accuses China of violating trade deal

Washington says levies of 50% on steel and aluminium will be enforced from June 4

MarketsMay 31, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
UAE petrol prices are down by about 1.1 per cent in 2025, while diesel has fallen by more than 8.5 per cent. Victor Besa / The National
UAE petrol prices remain steady in June as diesel falls again

The price of diesel is now down 8.5% in 2025

BusinessMay 31, 2025
Alvin R Cabral
Devices from the iPhone 16 series are the top three best-selling smartphones in the first quarter of 2025. AP
Tariffs unlikely to shake up smartphones as iPhones dominate rivals

Company's iPhone 16 performs strongly in the Middle East, Africa and Japan amid improving economic conditions, report finds

TechnologyMay 30, 2025
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