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Qatar 2012 outlook positive but growth to slow, says IMF

IMF sees risk of lower oil, gas prices; Says Qatar should develop local bond market; 2011, 2012 inflation forecasts cut slightly

December 18, 2011 11:42

Casino grows in Middle East with Qatar hypermarket deal

Casino has signed a franchise deal with the Al Meera Consumer Goods Company to develop Geant hypermarkets in Qatar and Oman as part of the French retailer's bid to boost its presence in fast-growing regions.

December 15, 2011 3:33

Qatar Petroleum closes $10.4B Barzan project finance

QP closes Barzan financing with equity, syndicated loan; Project will supply the country's domestic gas needs; First production line to become operational in 2014

December 13, 2011 3:55

Will the UAE have what it takes for an MSCI upgrade?

As MSCI's classification review draws nearer, questions around its impact on the UAE's ailing business performance is in the spotlight. Will the UAE see the ranking as worth the change?

December 11, 2011 6:02

Abu Dhabi fund names Weston Head of Alternatives

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds, said on Wednesday that it had appointed Benjamin Weston, a banking industry veteran of more than three decades, as its head of alternative investments.

December 7, 2011 12:55

Russia withdraws envoy to Qatar after attack

Russia said on Monday it was downgrading relations with Qatar and withdrawing its ambassador after he was beaten by customs officials at Doha's airport last month, causing possible difficulty over a major energy deal between the two countries.

December 6, 2011 10:38

Qatar Shell in $6.4B petchem plant agreement

Qatar signed a deal with Royal Dutch Shell on Sunday to develop a $6.4 billion petrochemicals complex in the Ras Laffan industrial city in the Gulf Arab state.

December 5, 2011 10:13

Malaysia and Qatar to create $2B investment fund

Malaysia's Prime Minister Najib Razak said in a joint press conference with the Qatar Prime Minister on Monday that both countries will each put $1 billion in a fund to look for investments.

December 5, 2011 10:01

Syria must sign Arab Peace plan by Sunday – Qatar

The Arab League gave Syria until Sunday to sign an initiative to end its military crackdown on nearly a year of pro-democracy protests, Qatar's foreign minister said on Saturday.

December 4, 2011 9:56

Will Qatar’s bond issue close the issuance window for the rest of the GCC?

As Qatar's $5 billion bond issue shows the Gulf can still tempt investors to part with cash, the rest of the region the mega-sale won't be the last this year.

December 3, 2011 12:48

Qatar defies global gloom with $5B bond issue

The GCC sees its biggest bond issue this year with Qatar raising $5 billion, proving that the country remains an investment safe haven. Bonds will likely go to infrastructure projects.

November 30, 2011 2:57

UAE’s Al Futtaim eyes $1.3B for Qatar, Egypt

Al Futtaim Group, a UAE-based conglomerate, is planning to raise around $1.3 billion to finance its expansion in Qatar and Egypt, an executive at the company said.

November 21, 2011 1:32

Bahrain says cell plotting attacks broken up

Bahrain says Qatar made arrests; Arrests could further inflame tensions in Bahrain

November 13, 2011 11:04

Is this the end of Middle East monarchy?

It’s a matter of time before every citizens in Middle East rally for constitutional reform. How close we are to this change may not be up to the rulers.

November 9, 2011 1:01

Rock the vote: Egyptian economy hangs on election results

Egypt needs to lure back foreign investors to alleviate pressure on domestic banks. Even with the promise of Gulf aid, the country’s fortunes hang on its upcoming elections.

November 3, 2011 2:12