Ad spend is spiraling, but which way?
The GCC ad spend report from January to September has a positive ring to it. Will it continue ringing in the coming months?
November 17, 2008 2:30
Open for business
Arab SWFs have money. The West can use all it can get. In fact, they’ve thrown their doors open to the Arab world. Have perceptions of Arab funds changed?
October 29, 2008 12:32
Pegged to the right stuff
More losses hammer markets around the world today, but there’s a silver lining to all this: because the GCC’s currencies are pegged to the dollar, the rising dollarhas just increased your salary’s worth.
October 28, 2008 10:32
Fraud, fraud, everywhere
The numbers are out: Fraud is rife in the GCC. And with the financial crisis threatening to ruin businesses, it’s likely to get worse
October 27, 2008 2:02
All together now
Global markets have been brought to their knees. It’s time for the GCC pull its resources together. If not now, when?
October 21, 2008 10:03
Armed to the teeth, Part I
GCC states are stockpiling high-tech weapons. They say it’s for protection. This two part series looks at the potential conflicts in the region, and how regional governments are preparing for them.
October 20, 2008 12:14
GCC: The domino effect
All the insulation in the world can’t protect the region from the global financial meltdown. Not only are banks looking at potential losses of over $2.6 billion, but mergers and higher loan rates threaten to destabilize the average GCC-resident’s financial future. Here’s why.
October 20, 2008 7:46
Brands can fly high by wooing students
Several marketers in the region believe that reaching out to young adults in their college years is an ideal way to build brand loyalty.
September 23, 2008 10:30
Rising rent roping in other problems
With inflation soaring, people are forced to share accommodation to curb rents, which in turn is leading to overcrowding and other domestic issues.
September 14, 2008 10:03
Regional businesses need to function behind glass doors
Study reveals that the GCC’s listed companies still have a long way to go before they convince the public they are indeed transparent.
September 14, 2008 8:24
A marriage of convenience
As rising inflation rates continue to haunt GCC economies, a look at why the region’s currency is clinging to the failing dollar.
September 7, 2008 8:32
Bahrain plans Orient Express rail link within five years
Royal backing for rail link with Turkey; project could be the latest in string of rail developments across the region.
September 2, 2008 8:00
Pick up the spades and start digging
Why is the region heavily investing in farmland across Asia and Africa?
August 19, 2008 11:31
For a change, Dubai doesn’t top the list
While Chatham House’s new study says that Dubai is gaining significance as a financial hub in the region, it is still a long way to the top.
August 14, 2008 11:07
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Air Berlin doesn't need Etihad's help
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
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