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DIB Announces 12.5% Dividend

The lender had earlier said that it was advised by the UAE central bank to cut its dividend to 10 per cent.

Emaar Proposes 10 Fils Dividend

The property developer said that it will discuss the proposal with shareholders during its annual general meeting on April 23.

Betting On The Future

The future of the UAE’s insurance industry looks secure, say industry experts.

UAE Cuts Amlak Debt By $1.1bn

However, the UAE Economy Minister said that resuming trade in Amlak stocks will take more time.

Bahrain’s Arcapita Files For Bankruptcy

The investment house filed for US bankruptcy protection after it failed to reach a $1.1 billion debt deal with creditors.

Emaar Reshuffles Board

The Dubai-based property developer retained four of its current eight board members and added seven new members.

Bahrain Unrest Hikes Salaries By 10.5 %

Average monthly salaries for some expatriates have gone up by more than 10 per cent this year compared to 2011.

Arabtec To Hire “Thousands”

The Dubai developer also said that its funding needs have eased, and that it has no plans to renew talks with Aabar for a stake sale.

Sorouh Elects New Chairman

The Abu Dhabi property developer, which is eyeing a possible merger with Aldar, replaced its chairman last week.

Why Gas Is A Rising Star

Peter Shaw-Smith outlines the global story of gas, which countries are producing the most LNG, and why it matters.

Gazing Into The Crystal Ball

Investing in Facebook’s IPO in 2012 may not be the best idea, writes Matein Khalid, fund manager in a royal investment office.

The Road To Profit

Despite the threat of regional upheaval and global downturns, the UAE is still the darling of the luxury car industry.

UAE To Grow 2.3% In 2012

The International Monetary Fund said that the UAE’s GDP growth would be moderate this year as economic recovery continues.

UAE Could Launch $1bn Bond In 12 Months

The UAE will issue its first federal sovereign bond between 12 and 18 months after it is prepared.

World Developers Offered Refund

Thailand island investors on The World development have been offered a full refund.

Emirates Hires 3,800 Cabin Crew

Emirates plans to hire 3,800 new cabin staff this year, taking its total number of in-flight crew to nearly 20,000.

GCC To Produce 10% Of World Aluminium

Investment in the GCC’s aluminium industry has reached $14 billion to date.

Will Morocco Join The GCC?

There has been no consensus on Morocco joining the elite bloc as yet, but could this be the beginning of a beautiful friendship?

ENBD May Lay Off 15% Of Staff

According to sources, the UAE-based bank is planning to let go of its employees to cut costs. The bank has refused to comment.

StanChart Seeks Saudi Licence

The bank has reportedly applied for a full commercial banking licence to expand its operations in the kingdom.

Aldar, Sorouh Eye Merger

The UAE-based property developers are discussing ways to merge in a government-backed tie-up.

Starting Out

Dania Saadi reports on the new wave of entrepreneurs spreading across the Gulf, boosted by growing funding opportunities.

NMC Plans London IPO

Healthcare provider NMC hopes to raise $250 million through the listing, and plans to use the funds for further expansion.

A Tale Of Two Hotels

Dubai will soon welcome two large hotels located in close proximity. But will they be able to co-exist and attract enough demand?

Al Baker Backs Boeing, Airbus

The outspoken head of Qatar Airways has expressed support for the planemakers as they struggle to resolve production flaws.

Hilton Eyeing MENA Growth

The hotel group has 15,000 rooms under development in the MENA region and is planning further expansion.

Drake & Scull Wins India Contract

The utilities unit of Drake & Scull International has won the Dhs100 million contract to set up a water system for a thermal power station in India.

ME Unrest To Affect Global Asset Prices

Regional unrest might affect China’s oil input, which in turn will have a drastic impact on global asset prices, said hedge funds guru Marc Faber.

Aabar raises Arabtec Stake

The move makes the Abu Dhabi-based sovereign wealth fund one of the largest shareholders in Arabtec.

Saudi Raises Crude Prices For Asia

Saudi Arabia has increased the price of its Arab Light crude oil for customers in Asia by $1.25 a barrel for April.