DEWA says no to bonds
Despite the plunge in borrowing costs, Dubai's Electricity and Water Authority has said no to bond plans for now
July 25, 2012 1:58
Egypt to offer 2 billion Egyptian pounds in 5- & 10-year bonds
The five-year bonds mature on April 10, 2017, and carry a 16.55 percent coupon. The ten-year bonds mature on April 3, 2022, and carry a 17 percent coupon.
July 17, 2012 10:30
UAE mall developer picks banks for possible bond
UAE mall developer Majid Al Futtaim Holding picks banks to arrange investor meetings ahead of a potential second bond issue this year.
June 25, 2012 10:42
UAE feels no pressure to issue bonds
The government of the United Arab Emirates will further discuss its plan to introduce a law allowing public debt issues at the federal level, and it feels no pressure to issue bonds despite a budget deficit, Obaid Humaid al-Tayer, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, said on Tuesday.
June 19, 2012 5:26
Over 90% of passwords vulnerable to hacking
Passwords in the Middle East - even ones deemed to be "strong" - are actually susceptible to infiltration.
May 23, 2013 8:51
'Renewable energy absolutely necessary' - Saudi
Oil saving win-win drives Saudi solar power boom...
May 23, 2013 4:56
Real cost of sending your child to a Dubai school
Ambareen Musa, founder of Souqalmal.com, reminds parents of the hidden and additional costs of education.
May 23, 2013 1:19
Gold iPad at Burj Al Arab
Device to be a “virtual concierge” for luxury hotel's guests.
May 22, 2013 12:04
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24