Egyptian pound at seven year low ahead of vote result
Egypt's currency takes a beating, as citizens await the result of the crucial presidential elections.
June 24, 2012 4:25
Egyptian pound bid at lowest in more than 7 years
Egypt's pound was bid at 6.0507 to the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, its weakest in more than seven years, following a week of political turmoil.
June 20, 2012 5:44
Egypt growth may halve, budget gap, inflation to rise
Loose fiscal policy, weak currency to fuel inflation; Central bank to intervene, aggressive rate hike an option; Investment outflows of up to $1 bln a day; Key tourism revenues take "big hit".
February 10, 2011 1:04Egypt pound falls to five-year low against dollar
The pound has been volatile for weeks.
November 29, 2010 4:08
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26