Almost half of GCC companies to expand workforce, says Mercer
42 percent of corporations in the region are planning to expand their workforce in 2009, compared to only…
June 18, 2009 12:00
Where’s Dubai headed?
A list of recent quotes from people and companies predicting what the emirate can look forward to in the near future.
June 17, 2009 11:00
Looking to the skies
Nothing big is expected from the Paris Air Show this year, as the global airline industry is going through a turbulent phase because of the financial crisis.
June 15, 2009 11:27
Bashing the Dubai-bashers
The emirate has just established a media office to spread the good word around, and try and curb negative reports about Dubai.
June 14, 2009 12:38
Dubai’s retailers: down but not out
The financial crisis is squeezing retailers’ profits in Dubai hard, with many now complaining about their high rents. Are new claims that spending in the city will soon pick up again accurate?
June 10, 2009 4:36
Working harder for the money
More than half of the region’s working professionals are taking on more responsibilities and being more productive as a result of the financial crisis, says Bayt.com.
June 3, 2009 9:15
How much money are you sending home?
Reports say that remittances from expatriates in the UAE are rising constantly. But will job insecurities and smaller savings slow the money flow down?
June 3, 2009 8:18
Nakheel back in the game
The Dubai-based developer has confirmed that it will be using some of the funds given by the government to repay its debtors.
May 28, 2009 12:07
No more property market speculation for a generation
So says Nobel Prize winner Paul Krugman, who believes that the current real estate crash was “one hell of a lesson” for greedy investors.
May 26, 2009 3:52
The Gulf will bounce back
A report by the International Monetary Fund says that compared to other nations, Gulf countries will fare better in – and recover faster from – the recession.
May 26, 2009 2:59
Dubai world’s second worst performing property market
Dubai is the second performing property market in the world after Latvia, says London-based Knight Frank. Ouch.
May 26, 2009 9:42
Quick tourism facts from around the world
Dubai saw tourism revenues fall 15 percent in the first quarter of the year. We check out some global tourism trends during the same period.
May 19, 2009 12:53
Let’s go to court
Dubai courts are suddenly finding themselves flooded with cases thanks to a rising number of property and trade disputes in the city.
May 19, 2009 12:39
Economists cautious, but optimistic
Industry experts at the Country Risk Conference agreed the Middle East is suffering from the financial crisis, but they’re optimistic about its future.
May 11, 2009 4:00
Better than the rest
Despite being affected by the financial crisis, the Middle East is faring better than other regions, says the IMF.
May 10, 2009 1:17
First report by Etisalat covering global footprint
Telecom company exhibits its high impact projects, including Mobile Baby.
May 21, 2013 6:01
Qatar Should Consider More Flexible Exchange Rate - Central Banker
As the World Cup draws closer, Qatar's fiscal spending, its only policy tool, may become difficult to restrict.
May 21, 2013 4:23
Yahoo on Tumblr: 'we promise not to screw it up'
Search engine giant confirms purchase of popular blogger site as both sides vow to address users' concerns
May 21, 2013 2:52
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
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43