Saudi’s Algosaibi Estimates Assets At A Fraction Of Claims Against It

The company has invited more than 70 financial institutions to a meeting in Dubai to propose “a comprehensive settlement” with creditors.

Kuwaiti Minister Rejects U.S. Accusations Of Syria Terror Funding

Nayef al-Ajmi was quoted as saying that comments made by the U.S. official in March, were “baseless and groundless”.

Toyota Recalls 790 Faulty Vehicles In The UAE

The company has recalled 372 Avalon vehicles, 2003 to 2004 models and 418 Land Cruiser 70 Pick Up, 2012-2014 models.

National Bank of Fujairah May Tap Capital Markets In Medium Term – CEO

The Abu Dhabi-listed bank received investment grade ratings from Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s.

Apple Seeks Decisive US Court Ruling Against Samsung

Apple and Samsung have been litigating around the world for nearly three years.

Abu Dhabi Faces Up To Airport Capacity Challenges

Fast-growing airport must keep up with Etihad’s growth ahead of Midfield Terminal Building’s launch

Slowdown In Asian Markets Might Hamper GCC Growth

A sharp slowdown in major emerging economies will affect GCC countries through falling oil market prices, a report says.

Dubai’s Damac Sets Price Thoughts For USD Sukuk

The proceeds will be used for Damac’s general corporate purposes.

HSBC Bank Oman Appoints Andrew Long As CEO

Long joins from HSBC Bank Egypt and replaces Ewan Stirling.

Dubai Nightlife Bubble Forming: Crystal Chief

Regional club owner expresses concern about the number of new night leisure venues opening in the emirate.

Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina F1 Circuit Boosts Capacity As Demand Rises

Organisers have announced the sale of tickets for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, to be held in November 2014.

New iPhone 6 Screens To Enter Production By May – Sources

Apple is expected to launch its latest smartphone this autumn.

Online Car Dealer Carmudi To List Space Shuttles, Targets UAE

The company says it expects to be “flooded with requests for test drives” from interested consumers in the UAE.

Dubai World Sees More Early Debt Payments

Dubai World would be able to meet a $4.4 billion loan maturity in May 2015 and to make some other repayments early, a senior official said.

Bahrain Banks Get Clean Bill Of Health, But Statistics Go Missing

Bahrain has weathered the most recent bout of volatility in global financial markets, the IMF said last week.

Saudi Arabia’s Algosaibi Calls May Creditor Meeting -Bankers

The 2009 collapse of Algosaibi’s Bahrain unit, The International Banking Corp, and Awal Bank, owned by Saad Group, left an estimated $22 billion bank debt.

Abu Dhabi Circuit Chief Defends F1 Double Points Change

The International Automobile Federation (FIA) made the points change in a bid to keep the championship alive as long as possible.

Dubai Hotel Occupancies Hit 87.6% In February

HotStats MENA report highlights good month for UAE hotels and Jeddah whereas across the region the trading picture is mixed

Abu Dhabi’s Hilal Bank Considers Capital Hike To Fuel Growth -CEO

The Islamic lender plans to expand its retail and wholesale banking business locally and internationally over the next five years.

Middle East Investors Pour Money Into London’s Property Market

European real estate investment from the Middle East reached nearly €10 billion ($13.7 billion) in 2013, finds CBRE report.

Saudi Bans Men From Selling Perfumes And Cosmetics To Women

Only female staff will be allowed to work in stores selling women’s products by October 2016, local media reported.

Kuwait’s Burgan Bank Says To Raise Capital This Year To Comply With Basel III

The increase, which may happen this year, could be “pure capital” or perpetual bonds or both, its chief executive said.

Bahrain Jails 13 For Life Over Protest, Attack – Lawyer

Defendants were accused of attacking two officers and of taking part in an illegal protest, according to their lawyer.

Abu Dhabi’s Waha Capital Secures $750m Credit Facility

The facility replaces the previous $505 million facility secured in 2011.

Dubai Bourse To Hold Roadshow In London

Executives from 13 companies listed on the DFM and NASDAQ Dubai will meet investors on April 28 and 29 in London.

OSN’s IPO Listing Process To Start In Weeks – KIPCO

Officials say London is being viewed as a primary listing for the firm.

BT Accelerates Middle East Jobs Push

The telco is continuing to expand its workforce across the Middle East and Asia.

Thai Court Throws Out Murder Charges In Saudi ‘Blue Diamond’ Case

The theft of jewels worth $20 million and the disappearance of Saudi businessman Mohammad al-Ruwaili has strained Thai-Saudi relations.

Saudi Dynasty Moves To Forestall Succession Crisis

The Kingdom recently appointed Prince Muqrin as deputy crown prince.

M&A Deal Activity Rises In Middle East, Africa As Global Volumes Fall

African countries are catching the eye of international investors as growth decelerates in India, China and Brazil.