Sneaky extra charges hit consumers
Mideast businesses are imposing crafty additional fees in an attempt to recoup losses, making life more expensive for us all.
April 23, 2010 9:03Rising oil prices support wary economic recovery in Gulf, report
Analysts: oil prices between $70-$80 a barrel offer “ample fiscal stimulus” for GCC economies
April 20, 2010 10:35Saudi inflation mounts in March
Saudi inflation inches to nine-month high of 4.7 percent in March, led by home rents, fuel, and food costs.
April 15, 2010 9:26Saudi Arabia eliminates import duty on steel rebar to ease shortage
A rise in steel prices and a shortage in steel rebar supplies have prompted Saudi’s government to lift the import duty on steel rebar, thus avoiding delays in completion of construction projects.
April 13, 2010 5:26
Qatar's Leverage Over Banks Is On The Wane
Qatar needs to find a home for billions of dollars raised from gas exports each year, writes Una Galani.
May 22, 2013 9:43
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
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