Dubai's $1.25 Billion Islamic Bond to Price Wednesday
Dubai is planning to raise $1.25 billion from a two-tranche Islamic bond sale on Wednesday, with final price guidance for both tranches tighter than indicated initially.
April 25, 2012 2:59
Arabtec-Tav Group Nears $3 Billion Abu Dhabi Airport Contract
An Arabtec Holding consortium that includes Greek and Turkish firms is on the cusp of securing an estimated $3 billion contract for the expansion of Abu Dhabi's international airport, four industry sources told Reuters.
April 25, 2012 2:52
UAE ruling family member held after reform calls
Sheikh Sultan al-Qassimi, a cousin of the ruler of the northern emirate who also heads an Islamist group whose members have been targeted by security authorities, was taken from his house by armed men on Friday night and has since been held at the ruler's palace
April 25, 2012 11:03
Hundreds of Dubai Property Projects on Hold
Dubai's real estate watchdog has identified 291 projects that are on hold in the emirate after the property and asset bubble burst in 2009, according to information in a prospectus for a planned sovereign bond issue.
April 25, 2012 10:27
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