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Tamweel Repays $300m Five-Year Sukuk

Tamweel has been the focus of a full takeover offer by its majority shareholder Dubai Islamic Bank.

High-Profile Islamic Finance Firm Dar Al Istithmar Closes

Most of its staff moved to Khalij Islamic, another investment firm with offices in London and Dubai, says sources.

Saudi’s Maaden Eyes $7bn Finance

The money will fund the Umm Wual phosphate project at Waad Al-Shimal City.

Mubadala In $2bn Refinancing Launch

Banks taking part will also be chosen for future work.

CEO Predictions 2013: Khaldoun Tabari, CEO, Drake & Scull International

Exclusive: DSI is extremely optimistic about increasing its share in the UAE’s construction market.

DP World Sees 2012 Profit In-Line With Forecasts

The port operator posted a 2.4 per cent rise in gross volume from 54.7 million in the previous year.

Emirates Targets Japan Exports Growth

New services to Haneda Airport will provide Japanese exporters and passengers more flexibility when connecting to the airline’s global network.

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Picks Banks For Bond Issue

The UAE-based lender plans to launch a conventional bond in the coming few days, say sources.

UAE’s ADNOC Supplying Fuel To Emarat Stations

The handover will save Emarat around Dhs80 million every month.

UAE To Highlight Expo 2020 Bid At WEF In Davos

The Higher Committee will use the World Economic Forum to promote Dubai’s bid.

UAE’s ENOC Replaces Sanctioned Iran Oil With Qatari Supplies

Emirates National Oil Co (ENOC) was the biggest buyer of Iranian condensate in 2012.

Twitter Announces New Partnership In MENA Region

The micro-blogging site has made its first business move in the region, teaming up with Connect Ads.

New UAE Mortgage Law Expected In Second Half Of 2013

The UAE central bank is still holding negotiations with the Emirates Banks Association and no rule has been issued as yet.

CEO Predictions 2013: Avi Bhojani, Group CEO, Bates PanGulf

Exclusive: The emphasis in the communications sector is increasingly moving away from traditional routes, writes Avi Bhojani.

Book Review: Effective Business In The Gulf By Nicolai Tillisch

The book offers a refreshingly honest insight into leadership practices in the GCC.

Ladies’ Watches Given Greater Focus

Luxury brands at SIHH are realigning their positions in the Middle East.

BlackBerry 10 Buzz Builds As Launch Date Nears

The much-awaited new smartphone line-up from RIM will be launched in Dubai and five other cities on January 30.

CEO Predictions 2013: Rick Pudner, Group CEO, Emirates NBD

Exclusive: Emirates NBD will focus on expanding its retail and wealth management franchise this year.

UAE Mortgage Firm Tamweel Sees 11.3% Drop In Q4 Net Profit

The firm is currently in the process of a complete takeover by Dubai Islamic Bank.

Aldar, Sorouh Merger “Positive” For Market – Expert

The Abu Dhabi- based real estate developers are merging to form a new entity with Dhs47 billion in assets.

Audi Plans To Double Middle East Sales by 2020

German luxury car maker hopes to sell 20,000 vehicles per year by 2020.

CEO Predictions 2013: Tim Clark, President, Emirates

Exclusive: Despite rising oil prices, Emirates Airlines plans to continue its growth strategy in 2013.

Top Trends For UAE Real Estate In 2013

Property consultant Jones Lang LaSalle outlines the key factors that will impact the UAE’s property market this year.

CEO Predictions 2013: Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman, Emaar

Exclusive: Emaar is leading Dubai’s real estate revival and economic transformation, writes the developer’s chairman.

Review: Nokia Lumia 920

Nokia’s new offering lives up to its hype, writes Aarti Nagraj.

Mona Lisa’s Toshiba Smile

Toshiba’s MEA managing director, Yasuyoshi Matsunaga, talks about powering the world’s fastest elevator and Middle East expansion.

QE2 To Be Converted Into Asia-Based Floating Hotel

The Dubai-based cruise liner will be renovated into a 500-room luxury hotel.

UAE Economy Grew Around 4% In 2012, Seen Steady In 2013

The Gulf state posted a GDP growth of 4.2 per cent in 2011.

Exclusive: CEO Of Abu Dhabi Ports Talks Phase One

Tony Douglas, CEO of Abu Dhabi Ports Company, reports on delivering phase one of the capital’s most ambitious project to date.

Gulf Airports Warned Over Security Threats

Regional airports were warned today to remain vigilant from ever-present security threats.