Moving at Variable Speed
Nearly three years after the global banking crisis erupted, the banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries continue to remain…
May 21, 2012 3:43
Impact on UAE trade of Iran sanctions moderate-IMF
The recent tightening of international sanctions against Iran are expected to only have a “moderate” impact on the economic growth…
May 21, 2012 8:54
UAE to settle citizens’ defaulted loans, up to $1.4 million
The United Arab Emirates will settle up to 5 million dirhams ($1.36 million) of defaulted loans for each indebted Emirati,…
May 21, 2012 8:52
Fall in Dubai prices eases in April
Consumer prices in Dubai fell at a 1.5 percent annual rate in April and 0.2 percent from March, extending deflation into a fifth consecutive month mainly due to a drop in food prices, data showed on Wednesday.
May 17, 2012 12:21
UAE panel proposes cut in local fuel prices
Fuel prices in the United Arab Emirates are too high and should be brought down to match levels in other Gulf countries according to a proposal by an advisory council's committee, daily newspaper Gulf News said on Monday
May 7, 2012 3:45
ENBD'S Islamic arm plans $500 million sukuk sale in 2012
Emirates NBD's Islamic unit plans to issue more than $500 million sukuk this year and expects to merge with Dubai Bank before the end of 2012, Al Khaleej Arabic daily newspaper reported on Monday
May 7, 2012 3:42
South Korea says UAE, Saudi promise more oil
The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia have promised to fill any gap in South Korea's oil imports if supplies from Iran are disrupted, South Korean Minister of Strategy and Finance Bahk Jae-wan said on Monday.
May 7, 2012 3:34
Six of the World’s Best Water Parks
As Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi prepares to open its gates later on this year 2012, Kipp takes a ride through six of the best water parks from around the world that you must visit…
May 6, 2012 3:35
Fly Dubai to Add Destinations, Planes, Eyes Price Rise
Carrier to add 4-5 new destinations in 2012; on track to earn first profit this year; Plans to increase ticket prices as fuel costs rise
May 2, 2012 3:54
UAE'S ADNOC Keeps June Crude Supply to Asia Steady
Maintains contractual supply of 4 crude grades; Resumes giving plus tolerance for Murban crude
May 2, 2012 3:48
Abu Dhabi's TAQA Gets Nod for Dutch Gas Facility
Abu Dhabi National Energy Co (TAQA), the state-run oil and gas utility firm, has received approval from the Dutch government for the construction of a gas storage facility in Dutch's Bergermeer field, it said on Wednesday.
May 2, 2012 3:28
Dubai Sukuk to Fund Airport Expansion
Etihad Airways has bought a three percent stake in Irish airline Aer Lingus as a precursor to a commercial tie-up that could help Abu Dhabi's flagship carrier gain more European routes to catch up with Middle Eastern rivals
May 1, 2012 3:28
UAE'S Etihad Seeks More Routes with Aer Lingus Stake
Etihad Airways has bought a three percent stake in Irish airline Aer Lingus as a precursor to a commercial tie-up that could help Abu Dhabi's flagship carrier gain more European routes to catch up with Middle Eastern rivals
May 1, 2012 3:26
NBAD in Talks Over UAE Central Bank Lending Limit
National Bank of Abu Dhabi is in discussions with the UAE’s central bank over proposed lending caps on local government entities and was "confident" a solution would be found, its chief executive said on Monday.
May 1, 2012 10:02
UAE Cooling Firm Tabreed Q1 Net Up 15 Pct
National Central Cooling Company (Tabreed) reported a 15 percent rise in first quarter profit on Tuesday as operating costs declined by a quarter for its chilled water business.
May 1, 2012 9:42- Blog
UAE women encouraged and discouraged to become athletic.
People like to say the UAE is a country rife with contradictions-but the point couldn’t be better illustrated by two articles in the local press this week.
May 21, 2012 3:47 0Scammers in the UAE?
Times are a-changing; the safe UAE Kipp grew up in, is changing too. Be cautious of fraudsters and always be careful with your credit card...
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May 13, 2012 8:25 - Editor's Choice
Flying Shoppers: Dubai hopes airline passengers could ease its debt burden
With its bank credit scarce, Dubai is planning to raise at least $500 million by issuing bonds secured against future revenues of Dubai Duty Free. Will shopping save the day?
March 6, 2012 2:18 1‘Dr Doom’ says buy precious metals as Iran-Israel clash ‘inevitable’
"If you can't live with volatility, stay in bed," says 66-year old economist Marc Faber, who cautions people to secure wealth by buying precious metals and investment equities.
March 6, 2012 1:42 1 - Latest Features
The World’s Most Expensive and Exclusive Eyewear
As the world’s most expensive glasses will be launched this Sunday, Kipp takes a look at some of the most expensive and exclusive eyewear.
May 10, 2012 4:21 0What to get your Mum this Mother’s Day?
Mother’s day is around the corner and if shopping for gifts just isn’t your thing, take a look at Kipp’s top six gift ideas for Mother’s Day…
May 9, 2012 4:37 0
Dubai Municipality launches well-intentioned but weirdly executed awareness campaign.
So how exactly is the Municipality executing this campaign? A series of lectures, workshops, film screenings, awareness drive and, wait for it, taxi drivers.
May 21, 2012 3:53
‘Affordable’ property on the Palm? Oh! How the mighty have fallen...
Benevolent master developer to cater for those ‘less-well-heeded,’ with affordable studios at the Palm Views East and West.
May 21, 2012 3:44
UAE women encouraged and discouraged to become athletic.
People like to say the UAE is a country rife with contradictions-but the point couldn’t be better illustrated by two articles in the local press this week.
May 21, 2012 3:47
Scammers in the UAE?
Times are a-changing; the safe UAE Kipp grew up in, is changing too. Be cautious of fraudsters and always be careful with your credit card...
May 20, 2012 4:09