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  Super-sized spending in Saudi»

Most families in Saudi are spending much more than they earn, accumulating huge debts as a result.

March 10, 2010

Murdoch’s speech at the Abu Dhabi Media Summit»
News Corp boss tells UAE that censorship of the media is "counterproductive" in his address to the Abu Dhabi Media Summit.

March 9, 2010

Murdoch moves in on the Middle East»
The launch of Fox International’s hub in Abu Dhabi illustrates the media mogul’s desire for regional expansion.

March 7, 2010

Going the extra mile for equality»
Despite a slight improvement in gender equality, women make up just 15 percent of the working population in some Gulf states.

March 4, 2010

Calling in cheaper rates»
The UAE has just approved the license for its third telecoms operator, Yahsat. Will this lead to a greater variety of services and lower prices for consumers?

March 1, 2010


Brands get personal»
Many of the world’s biggest brands are helmed by charismatic and high-profile leaders. But why are regional examples so thin on the ground?

February 28, 2010


Fueling the economy»
An increase in oil prices combined with rising production will see Saudi’s economy bounce back, say analysts.

February 28, 2010


Making friends with Facebook»
Middle East brands are slowing starting to embrace the benefits of social media.

February 25, 2010

Neither a borrower nor a lender be»
Despite a slight upturn in lending, some say UAE banks are still reluctant to grant personal loans. But others believe that consumers are the wary ones.

February 24, 2010

Visit Abu Dhabi or Dubai?»
The UAE capital promises to be a “luxury global cultural destination”. But tourism officials insist Abu Dhabi is not competing with its northern neighbor.

February 23, 2010

Sporting chance»
Sports sponsorship was slow to get off the ground in the Middle East, but as brands develop more vibrant and sophisticated approaches, the game is changing.

February 22, 2010

The talent hunt begins…»
Dubai firms are recruiting again, but they face a shortage of skilled expat workers.

February 22, 2010

Shah Rukh Khan has confirmed that the $2.2 billion property project named after him in Ras Al Khaimah is on hold. Do you think it will ever be revived?»
The results are in.

February 21, 2010

Engaging a ‘bridezilla’»
Marketers are saying ‘I do’ to the wedding industry, which is worth $700 million a year in the Middle East.

February 19, 2010

Iran’s user generation»
Former head of BBC Persian Rob Beynon says that social networks may have been pivotal in the Iranian elections, but they don’t mean news is dead.

February 19, 2010

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