Private equity funds in an uphill battle to lure buyers
With Dubai not having seen an IPO in over three years, MENA's private equity funds are scrambling for profits before investment exits. Analysts say M&As will lead the way.
October 3, 2011 1:40
GCC investors go West in search of opportunities
With the GCC asset management industry seen at $2 trillion, investors in the Gulf are looking at developed markets in the Western world for profitable short-term value payouts.
May 24, 2011 2:31
Lost taste for most ventures
Middle East investment banking sees big decline in Q1 2011, as investors shy away from capital markets and indicate crippled appetite for deals, says Thomson Reuters.
April 10, 2011 3:17Confidence returns to Middle East investment
Mideast governments, firms raising cash again.
October 15, 2010 10:49
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