Using the “financial crisis”
Newspapers and magazines around the world are squeezing as many stories as possible from the financial crisis. Here are some numbers.
February 18, 2009 1:05
Should the government rescue the real estate sector?
The property sector in the region is pushing for financial help from the government to help get back on track.
February 10, 2009 1:18
Finding the right answer
Several committees are being formed in the UAE to provide the government recommendations on how to deal with the financial crisis.
February 1, 2009 12:12
UAE banks: buoyant, not beaten
Comments made by the UAE central bank’s governor suggest that banks in the country are not doing too badly.
January 22, 2009 11:43
What if you were the US President?
As Obama takes over the reins of America, the financial crisis and the world have welcomed him with open arms. If you were him, what would you do to solve the world’s financial and political issues?
January 21, 2009 12:38
Battling the stigma of divorce
The divorce rate in Saudi is rising, and women are keen to fight for their rights.
January 5, 2009 10:29
Mad at Madoff
Some believe Madoff’s scheme has caused irreparable damage to both financial risk takers and conservative account holders. Here’s why.
January 4, 2009 8:50
10 presents Dubaians may want this Christmas
With the economic slowdown, Santa will probably have a larger number of requests to fulfill. Here’s what we think Dubaians will be wishing for.
December 24, 2008 9:28
Mayday for Philippines modern heroes?
Overseas Filipino workers are losing their jobs because of the recent economic slowdown. Will they continue being their country’s “modern heroes”?
December 11, 2008 10:43
Ad spend is spiraling, but which way?
The GCC ad spend report from January to September has a positive ring to it. Will it continue ringing in the coming months?
November 17, 2008 2:30
Jet set for blast off…
The global economy may be plummeting, but Virgin Galactic’s space program is counting down to take-off. And this region is proving profitable.
November 11, 2008 10:32
I want to break free!
Media freelancing is big business in Dubai, but working on your own terms is not easy. Here are its pros and cons.
November 9, 2008 9:27
Facebook fishing for Dubai’s money?
Rumors claim the popular social networking site is in town, the latest in line to try and woo funds in the emirate for cash.
November 4, 2008 12:45
Coming with a cap in hand?
Will Britain’s Prime Minister Gordon Brown manage to extract some of the oil wealth from the Middle East during his visit here?
November 3, 2008 11:06
All together now
Global markets have been brought to their knees. It’s time for the GCC pull its resources together. If not now, when?
October 21, 2008 10:03
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