Dubai Airport’s June Passenger Traffic Up

The busy airport saw a rise in footfall of 13.7 per cent for the first half of the year to 27.93 million with air cargo also increased.

UAE’s Du Posts 57% Rise In Q2 Profit

The telecoms operator made a net profit of Dhs325.5 million in the second quarter of the year.

South Africa: The Halal Kingdom

With the halal industry reaching over $2 trillion in value, South Africa has emerged as a surprising global leader in halal certification, writes Peter Shaw-Smith.

The Property Bubble That Doesn’t Burst

The behemoth Indian real estate market is said to be at the brink of a collapse that isn’t quite happening.

GCC To Award $65.5bn Construction Deals In 2012

The UAE accounts for the largest share of the region’s construction market, according to new research.

Aluminium Bahrain Q2 Profit Falls 49%

Bahrain’s Alba said that second quarter net profit dropped due to lower prices and higher gas costs.

Olympics: Saudi Judo Player To Quit If Hijab Banned

Wojdan Shaherkani, one of Saudi’s two female athletes at the Olympics, will withdraw from the games over the hijab ban, her father has said.

Emaar profit rises 45% to Dhs1.2 bn, led by retail

Property giant Emaar reports 2012 profit rise citing Dubai’s strengthening economy.

Buy Now Before UAE Rents Go Up

Dubai Property oversupply is vanishing fast, says Peter Cooper, editor of Arabianmoney.net

Etisalat To Offer Shares To Foreign Investors

The UAE telecom operator has ruled out any new investments until 2014.

Arab Bank Posts 10% Rise In H1 Net Profit

The Jordanian bank saw increased profits due to lower provisions and a rise in operational income.

Saudi Women’s Olympic March Draws Praise, Blame

This is the first time that the Kingdom is allowing female athletes to compete in the Olympic Games.

Emaar Buys Dubailand Plot, Plans New Development

Dubai-based property developer Emaar plans to create a mixed-use development in the area.

Egypt’s EFG Hermes Confident Of QInvest Deal By October

The Egyptian Financial Supervisory Authority had rejected the decision, asking EFG to provide additional information.

GCC Shouldn’t Delay Single Currency– Qatar Official

The Gulf countries should learn from the Euro experience but create a monetary union soon, a Qatari central bank official has said.

UAE’s Agthia Posts 38% H1 Profit Rise

The food and beverage company made a net profit of Dhs56 million during the first half of the year.

Azerbaijani Bank Plans Qatar Presence

International Bank of Azerbaijan, the country’s largest lender, hopes to start operating in Qatar in the first quarter of 2013.

Branson Reveals Virgin’s London Tour Guide

The famous entrepreneur discloses his favourite places in the city, just in time for the Olympics.

GCC Not Yet ‘Luxury Tourist Hub’

Luxury retailers in the region need to innovate to attract savvy customers, says a new study by BCG.

Deutsche Bank: “Sukuk Premium Disappeared”

The Islamic premium no longer exists says one banking professional, stimulating greater issuance and longer tenors.

Etisalat May Take Majority Stake In Mobily

UAE’s leading telecoms company may also look to raise its stakes in other affiliates with high population markets.

Emirates In Alliance Talks With Qantas

Dubai’s flagship carrier is closer to a tie-up with the Australian airline, sending Qantas shares up eight per cent.

Dubai Rents Rise 2% In Q2

Average residential rents for both villas and apartments in the emirate increased during Q2 2012, says new study.

Dubai’s Aramex Q2 Profit Rises 14%

The logistics firm said weakness in Egypt and investment costs in new African operations weighed on its results.

Etisalat Posts 17% Rise In Q2 Profit

The UAE- based telecoms company made a net profit of Dhs1.9 billion mainly due to increased international revenues.

DIFC Benefits From “Safe Haven” Status

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) economy posted a ‘GDP’ of $3.13 billion in 2011, up seven per cent from 2010.

Abraaj Capital Exits IHH Healthcare Amid IPO

The region’s biggest investment firm leaves as the healthcare provider launches third biggest offering of the year.

Dubai’s DEWA Says No Plans For Bond

The utility company is not planning to issue a bond despite a drop in borrowing costs, its CEO has said.

Vodafone Qatar Reports Narrower Q1 Loss

The Qatari operator made a first quarter loss of $32.49 million, an improvement on the $32.6 million Q1 loss last year.

Zain Buys Further Stake In Saudi Unit

The Kuwaiti telecoms operator now owns 37 per cent of Zain Saudi following a weak response from other shareholders.