ADCB Q1 Net Profit Beats Estimates, Up 38 Percent
The bank posted a net profit of 802 million dirhams ($218.52 million) in the first quarter, compared with 583 million dirhams a year earlier, ahead of analysts' forecasts.
April 25, 2012 10:17Emirates Airline eyes Islamic finance as Europe banks balk
Airline looking at Islamic finance options - president; Says French banks more risk-averse; Emirates has 13 aircraft deliveries by end of March; Sukuk market bearing up well versus conventional finance; But any Emirates sukuk deal might have to be complex
November 8, 2011 2:19
Islamic banking extends beyond the Middle East
In 1975 there was only one; today there are more than 300 Islamic banks in over 75 countries according to Dr. Linda Eagle of the Edcomm Group Banker's Academy in New York.
January 9, 2011 2:02
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