MENA M&As survive on mid-size deals and SWFs
Modest recovery is expected in mergers and acquisitions across MENA next year, with most driven by mid-size restructuring. Not a bad start for 2012, but not great either.
September 26, 2011 12:25Dubai has recovered from economic downturn -Ruler
Sheikh Mohammed said that while some government agencies failed to meet expectations, the government is not in the process of holding departments accountable.
March 10, 2011 4:23
Business View: Consumers need financial know-how
The financial crisis was a wake-up call for consumers in the Middle East, according to Lama Kabbani at Visa. She tells us how her company is working to help.
December 13, 2010 2:44
UAE youngsters clueless on cash
Kipp explores the question of financial education for the UAE’s younger generation: Do they really need lessons on learning the lessons of the credit crunch?
September 28, 2010 4:58
The Six Degrees of Sheikh Omar Bin Saqr Al Qassimi
The CEO of RAK Airways just announced the re-launch of their passenger flights. But how can we connect him to a prominent Lebanese business tycoon through a Bollywood Diva?
September 27, 2010 4:28Greek President: country “on the brink of the abyss”
Proposed austerity measures spark violent clashes between protestors and police.
May 6, 2010 12:49
Dubai dazzling on the catwalk?
The emirate’s fashion scene may have been affected by the financial crisis, but some in the industry see a more positive trend in the future.
March 18, 2010 7:17
Abu Dhabi landlords name their price
According to a property law soon to be implemented in the emirate, landlords could become the new arbiters of rental rates.
March 11, 2010 7:20
What you can do if your property project is on hold
According to a recent report, 243 real estate developments in Dubai have either stalled or been cancelled. Here are six courses of action if it happens to you.
March 8, 2010 3:09
More spending, healthier economy?
Despite the global increase in consumer spending, there will be mixed benefits in the GCC due to the region’s varied demographics.
March 2, 2010 4:13
Fueling the economy
An increase in oil prices combined with rising production will see Saudi’s economy bounce back, say analysts.
February 28, 2010 3:12
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 4:11Top executive quits troubled Nakheel
Chief commercial officer Manal Shaheen leaves Dubai property developer; PR team reduced amid continuing layoffs.
February 23, 2010 10:53
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 5:43
The talent hunt begins…
Dubai firms are recruiting again, but they face a shortage of skilled expat workers.
February 22, 2010 1:42- Blog
UAE women encouraged and discouraged to become athletic.
People like to say the UAE is a country rife with contradictions-but the point couldn’t be better illustrated by two articles in the local press this week.
May 21, 2012 3:47 0Scammers in the UAE?
Times are a-changing; the safe UAE Kipp grew up in, is changing too. Be cautious of fraudsters and always be careful with your credit card...
May 20, 2012 4:09 0 - Readers' Comments
BREAKING NEWS: Revamped Kippreport.com slicker, sweeter and super efficient
Great work to everyone who worked on the project :)
May 20, 2012 11:21In Pictures: The tallest cities in the Arab world
Thanks for changing it. Thumbs up :)
May 13, 2012 8:25 - Editor's Choice
Flying Shoppers: Dubai hopes airline passengers could ease its debt burden
With its bank credit scarce, Dubai is planning to raise at least $500 million by issuing bonds secured against future revenues of Dubai Duty Free. Will shopping save the day?
March 6, 2012 2:18 1‘Dr Doom’ says buy precious metals as Iran-Israel clash ‘inevitable’
"If you can't live with volatility, stay in bed," says 66-year old economist Marc Faber, who cautions people to secure wealth by buying precious metals and investment equities.
March 6, 2012 1:42 1 - Latest Features
The World’s Most Expensive and Exclusive Eyewear
As the world’s most expensive glasses will be launched this Sunday, Kipp takes a look at some of the most expensive and exclusive eyewear.
May 10, 2012 4:21 0What to get your Mum this Mother’s Day?
Mother’s day is around the corner and if shopping for gifts just isn’t your thing, take a look at Kipp’s top six gift ideas for Mother’s Day…
May 9, 2012 4:37 0
Dubai Municipality launches well-intentioned but weirdly executed awareness campaign.
So how exactly is the Municipality executing this campaign? A series of lectures, workshops, film screenings, awareness drive and, wait for it, taxi drivers.
May 21, 2012 3:53
‘Affordable’ property on the Palm? Oh! How the mighty have fallen...
Benevolent master developer to cater for those ‘less-well-heeded,’ with affordable studios at the Palm Views East and West.
May 21, 2012 3:44
UAE women encouraged and discouraged to become athletic.
People like to say the UAE is a country rife with contradictions-but the point couldn’t be better illustrated by two articles in the local press this week.
May 21, 2012 3:47
Scammers in the UAE?
Times are a-changing; the safe UAE Kipp grew up in, is changing too. Be cautious of fraudsters and always be careful with your credit card...
May 20, 2012 4:09