On the road to recovery
The Gulf States are finally emerging from the global financial crisis, says the IMF adding that it is only being cautiously optimistic and that several policy measures still have to implemented.
October 12, 2009 12:13
HSBC: the not-so local bank?
HSBC has reportedly said that it is hoping to concentrate its business on high-earning customers.
October 6, 2009 4:14
Suspicious minds, Part II
Contrary to what you might think, investigative journalism is alive and snooping in the Middle East, says Communicate magazine, Part II.
October 6, 2009 9:53
Suspicious minds, Part I
Contrary to what you might think, investigative journalism is alive and snooping in the Middle East, says Communicate magazine, Part I.
October 5, 2009 3:58Mergers and acquisitions in the region down 50pc, says study
The number of merger and acquisition (M&A) deals in the Middle East fell by over 50 percent during the third quarter of 2009 compared to...
October 4, 2009 12:09Investment bankers’ fees down 57 percent in region
Regional investment bankers and financial advisers have…
September 29, 2009 1:37
Liverpool to get new owner?
According to reports, Saudi’s Prince Faisal bin Fahd bin Abdullah is planning to buy a 50 percent stake in the English football club. But will the deal be signed?
September 28, 2009 1:16
Gloomy skies for the airline industry
The IATA’s latest loss estimates for the world’s airline industry have increased to $11 billion in 2009. The regional outlook, however, looks brighter.
September 16, 2009 1:17
Why is the money not flowing in?
According to a report by the United Nations, foreign direct investment in the Middle East fell considerably in 2008, and is set to decline further this year.
September 15, 2009 1:11
How much are you earning?
The UAE has seen salary cuts of around 30 percent in the past year, according to a survey. Has your income been affected?
September 7, 2009 12:19Majority of ME workers looking for a new job
Around 70 percent of the respondents…
September 6, 2009 1:37
Swine flu update
A school in Sharjah is closed for a week, and Oman has postponed the school year to curb the spread of the virus.
September 3, 2009 1:40
Hoping to fly high
Ghaith Al Ghaith, the CEO of Dubai’s first low-cost airline FlyDubai refuses to share details about the carrier’s India route, but insists the airline’s plans are on track.
August 27, 2009 1:50Yahoo! acquires Maktoob.com
Yahoo! has acquired Maktoob Group, the Arab world's largest online portal for an undisclosed amount...
August 25, 2009 10:26
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