Abu Dhabi’s IPIC To Raise $2.9bn In Bond

International Petroleum Investment Company (IPIC) plans to issue a dual-curency bond spread across two tranches.

Luxury Market To Contract Further in 2013

With increased consolidation and tepid growth only a few players will survive, says Manuel Emch, CEO of Romain Jerome.

‘UAE Economy Strong’ – Central Bank Governor

Sultan bin Nasser Al Suwaidi says that the banking sector in the country has stabilised and lenders have a solid capital base.

Revealed: Top 10 Companies In The UAE

The biggest businesses in the United Arab Emirates.

UAE’s Etisalat Backs Saudi Unit After SIM Ban

Etisalat’s Saudi unit, Mobily, has been banned from selling pre-paid SIM cards by the Kingdom’s regulator.

Revealed: Top 10 Companies In Oman

Banks form the majority of the top companies in the Gulf State.

Kuwait Finance House Eyes 20% Capital Hike

The potential increase will boost KFH’s capital to $1.24 billion.

Aston Martin In Quick Mahindra Deal

The British maker of James Bond’s cars could be Indian-owned by the end of the week.

Head Of Bank Of America Merrill Lynch Leaves

A string of top managers have left the US lender’s MENA business this year.

Smartphone Trends To Watch Out For Next Year

As competitors jostle for tight market space, smartphones are set to revolutionise in 2013.

Dubai’s Economy Grows 4.1% In First Half Of 2012

Booming tourism made up for the slow down in growth in foreign trade.

Samsung, Shanghai Electric Win $3bn Saudi Water Plant Deal

The new plant, called Yanbu III, will have a capacity of 550,000 cubic metres per day of desalinated water.

Revealed: Top 10 Companies In Qatar

The biggest businesses from the tiny Gulf state of Qatar.

25% Of New UAE Hotel Projects On Hold

While 21 per cent of UAE hotel projects in the pipeline have been postponed, 54 per cent are confirmed, finds new study.

Revealed: 49% UAE Investors Expect Property To Outperform

Study shows that 27% consider preservation of capital fundamental to their investment planning.

Dubai Group Cuts Half Of Staff In Cost-Cutting Move

Most of the job-cuts are in back office roles such as IT, according to sources.

Dubai Plans $2.7bn Theme Park Complex

The project, to be developed by Meraas, will also include a Bollywood-themed section.

Oman Air Expects 30% Revenue Growth In 2012

The airline generated $809 million in revenue last year and expects growth to come from higher demand.

Saudi Aramco To Shut Most Of Yanbu Refinery

The joint venture energy firm plans to bring a cleaner fuel project online.

Red Bull Helps Infiniti Challenge Audi, BMW And Mercedes

The luxury car brand is targeting a slice of the German manufacturers’ pie.

Jumeirah Opens In Mumbai; Rumours Of Delhi Opening

Hospitality company Jumeirah has signed an agreement to operate in Mumbai, India; CEO tells Gulf Business that Delhi may be next.

Etihad Airways To Buy Stakes In Indian Airlines

Abu Dhabi’s flagship carrier is eyeing up minority stakes in Jet Airways and SpiceJet.

The GCC Is Back, Say Analysts

Despite the global economic uncertainty, the GCC has bounced back, led by the UAE’s thriving service sectors

Qatar Cashes In Remaining Barclays Warrants

Qatar Holding, the lender’s top shareholder, has monetised its remaining 379 million units.

“Fiscal Cliff” Talks Stalled But Progress Possible

US on course to slash budget deficit nearly in half next year, as serious negotiations to begin this week.

Saudi Regulator Suspends Mobily From Selling SIM Cards

Mobily will not able to resume sales of pre-paid cards until it meets provisioning requirements.

Dubai’s Ruler Orders Expansion of World’s Tallest Hotel

Sheikh Mohammed instructs work to begin on the second phase of the Dhs2.5 billion JW Marriott Marquis.

Exclusive: Majid Jafar, CEO, Crescent Petroleum

The Arab world’s economic revolution is only just beginning, says Jafar, in an exclusive interview with Gulf Business.

Abraaj Capital Unit Buys Indian Remittance Firm

Card payment processor Network International has acquired a stake in TimesofMoney for an undisclosed sum.

Psy’s Gangnam Style Is YouTube’s Most-Viewed Video

The South Korean pop song has had over 812 million views since it was posted on the site in July.