Flash, Bling, Pop: consumerism in the East
When will the US learn that they don’t have to get the ‘latest’? And what is the West teaching the East about the value of a strong economy?
February 26, 2012 4:30
Repeat MSCI snub shows investor apathy for Gulf
Liquidity and lack of short-selling were reasons for MSCI's decision to keep the UAE as a frontier market. And MSCI sees little time for the country to implement reforms before next review.
December 18, 2011 3:58
S&P reviews UAE, Qatar, Jordan emerging market status
The UAE, Qatar and Jordan is under review for a potential upgrade to an emerging market status by Standard &…
July 12, 2011 12:39
UAE, Qatar gain momentum in the run up to emerging status verdict
UAE and Qatar get another chance at making the grade for the coveted ’emerging market’ status on MSCI’s index. Will they make use of the six months breathing space?
June 22, 2011 2:50
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