UAE sees no capital outflows due to unrest -Central Bank
Dollar peg not seen at risk from potential outflows; C.bank gov says not worried about inflation; Inflation seen in very low single-digits
March 10, 2011 3:51Emiratis petition ruler for democratic elections
Petition calls for comprehensive reform of parliament; 160 sign petition, mostly academics and some former MPs; Only small portion of Emiratis can vote, run for office.
March 9, 2011 4:14
There’s no business like the show business
Abu Dhabi entices with its weekend getaways while Dubai banks on a tried and tested formula. But is it too tried and tested, asks Precious de Leon.
March 8, 2011 5:16UAE stable despite regional turmoil -police chief
Emirates not taking new security steps- police chief.
March 8, 2011 3:20
Is the UAE Safe?
The BBC's Philip Hampsheir investigates whether Dubai, Abu Dhabi and their neighboring emirates are safe from turbulence.
March 7, 2011 1:22UAE’s Union Railway issues tenders ahead of mid-2011 build
$11 billion project to be completed by 2017, connecting UAE to Saudi and Oman.
March 6, 2011 3:47UAE Adnoc tenders to sell around 40,000 T gas oil
The tender for 500 ppm gas oil will close on March 7, one trader said.
March 3, 2011 12:20
Food for thought
As Gulfood is underway, big questions are being asked about the UAE’s exposure to global food price fluctuations. What can be done?
February 28, 2011 2:56
From truffles to watches, UAE luxury retail surges
Emirati customers, tourists lead return to luxury shops; Chocolate truffle worth $272 on the market; Auction houses weigh Dubai vs Doha for art sales.
February 10, 2011 1:11Cut back on farming to save water, UAE is told
The United Arab Emirates should conserve water by using less of it for agriculture, a senior safety official said on…
February 9, 2011 10:47
Failure is a good thing
The clamour for a change in bankruptcy law is growing, and Kipp is a supporter, because how will businesses evolve and innovate if entrepreneurs are all too frightened to try?
January 26, 2011 3:23Nomura sees UAE’s UNB with $354mln Dubai World exposure
Brokerage says bank has 1.3 bln dirhams exposure; Provisions for Dubai World to weigh on UNB's Q4 results; Nomura cuts UNB target price to 3.8 dirhams from 4 dirhams; UNB shares fall 0.9 percent
January 24, 2011 3:39
The early bird
Originality is all well and good, but Kipp thinks timeliness is the key to successful entrepreneurship in this region.
January 24, 2011 2:57
Amending UAE maternity laws
Sharjah’s amendments to the maternity leave law and introduction of paternity leave should serve as a role model for its less flexible neighbours, says Eva Fernandes.
January 18, 2011 2:47
Yacht maker eyes emerging market rich
The whole customer base of luxury markets is undergoing a shift, according to the Arab Gulf's largest yacht producer
January 10, 2011 2:34
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
Yahoo on Tumblr: 'we promise not to screw it up'
Search engine giant confirms purchase of popular blogger site as both sides vow to address users' concerns
May 21, 2013 2:52
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
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43