Looking for Goldilocks
As the UAE central bank injects cash into the financial system, Standard Chartered says managing the economy will be “a tough balancing act.”
September 22, 2008 4:18
House-hunting in 30 days
That’s what people sharing a villa in Dubai have to start doing, and the municipality has promised strict action against those who don’t comply.
September 22, 2008 3:48
As food budget rises, brand loyalty falls
With inflation taking a sizeable chunk out of family budgets in the UAE, people have started looking out for discounts and no-name brands.
September 18, 2008 8:06
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
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
Ten interesting facts about the UAE’s economy
Did you know that there are 51 banks in the UAE, with more than 30,000 employees?
August 26, 2008 12:05
Pick up the spades and start digging
Why is the region heavily investing in farmland across Asia and Africa?
August 19, 2008 11:31
Kuwait: expats sent packing
The state plans to get tough and reduce the number of foreign residents.
May 20, 2013 5:05
Dubai Labourers on 'rare' labour protest
Two Arabtec employees who asked not to be identified said several thousand workers engaged on various projects did not report for duty on Sunday.
May 20, 2013 9:33
Tumblr officially off the market
Yahoo! board unanimously approves the acquisition...
May 19, 2013 3:20
A maid's wage
An FNC member to argue that minimum wages are '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