Issue 01 . June 2026Loose change. Sharp eyes.

small business.

4 pieces filed under small business

OpinionJun 18
AI-generated 16:9 cover image for "Small Businesses Need a Shipping Buffer", covering small business, shipping, trade, customers on Souk Weekly.

Small Businesses Need a Shipping Buffer

Regional uncertainty makes delivery promises harder. A visible buffer can protect customers, cash flow and reputation.

By Diego Arroyo

PoliticsJun 9
AI-generated 16:9 cover image for "Small Retail Permit Reform Starts at the Service Counter", covering UAE retail, permits, small business, service design on Souk Weekly.

Small Retail Permit Reform Starts at the Service Counter

For small shops, permit reform is not an abstract policy theme. It is the number of visits, forms, clarifications, and waiting days before trade can begin.

By Mira Faraj

BusinessJun 9
AI-generated 16:9 cover image for "How to Prepare a Small Business for UAE VAT Registration", covering UAE VAT, small business, Federal Tax Authority, TRN on Souk Weekly.

How to Prepare a Small Business for UAE VAT Registration

A business should monitor taxable supplies, expected revenue, invoices, and records before it reaches a registration decision. Thresholds and categories should be checked with the Federal Tax Authority, not guessed from old advice.

By Marcus Okafor

BusinessJun 9
AI-generated 16:9 cover image for "How to Prepare Invoices for a UAE Small Business", covering UAE invoices, small business, VAT, accounts receivable on Souk Weekly.

How to Prepare Invoices for a UAE Small Business

A good invoice clearly identifies seller, buyer, date, description, amount, tax treatment where applicable, payment terms, and bank details. It should make payment easy and later reconciliation boring.

By Marcus Okafor