Emirates Debates Lower Airfares On Dropping Oil Prices

Emirates has been studying the impact of lower oil prices since November and is likely to introduce new prices in April.

Majid Al Futtaim Inks Deal To Expand Juicy Couture In The Middle East

As per the deal, MAF Fashion will be the wholesale and retail distributor for the brand in the Middle East and will work towards opening more stores in the region.

Germany Stops Arms Exports To Saudi Arabia

Members of Germany’s national security council declined to approve arms export to Saudi Arabia or deferred their decision until further notice, German newspaper Bild am Sonntag said.

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Q4 Net Profit Rises 19.3%

The bank made a net profit of Dhs409.6 million in the last quarter of 2014, it said in a statement.

Retreat Of Russian Shoppers Fails To Dent Dubai Retailers

Shopping malls recorded an 18 per cent increase in footfall during the first two weeks of the event compared to last year, according to the organisers of the festival.

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Q4 Net Profit Jumps 16%, Hikes Dividend

The bank made a net profit of Dhs1.02 billion ($277.7 million) in the fourth quarter of 2014, it said in a statement.

Dubai Islamic Bank Targets 15-20% Loan Growth In 2015 – CEO

DIB’s net interest margin would stay at around 3.6 per cent in 2015, the bank’s chief executive said.

Qatar-Based Cleric Urges Protests In Egypt On Uprising’s Anniversary

Qaradawi’s outspoken support for the Islamist movement has previously contributed to a diplomatic rift between Qatar and its Gulf Arab allies and Egypt.

UAE Retailer Marka To Develop UEFA Champions League-Themed Stores

The first retail and dining concept store is set to open in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Mall in May, with plans also lined up for Dubai.

Dubai’s Residential Rents Surged 10% In 2014

Home prices in Dubai rose 15 per cent in 2014, with the last quarter seeing sluggish growth, a new report says.

Dubai’s Deyaar Q4 Net Profit Falls 43%

The company’s 2014 annual profit was Dhs281.9 million, up 82 per cent compared to 2013, it said.

Dubai Islamic Bank Q4 2014 Net Profit Rises 64.1%; Hikes Dividend

The bank’s net profit for 2014 was Dhs2.8 billion.

Saudi Foreign Affairs Minister Undergoes Back Surgery In The US

Prince Saud Al-Faisal is undergoing physiotherapy following the surgery, the official Saudi Press Agency announced.

Japan Condemns Apparent ISIL Execution, Demands Hostage Release

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called the apparent killing of Haruna Yukawa “outrageous and impermissible.”

Unit Of Dubai’s Drake & Scull Wins $49m Contract

Gulf Technical Construction Co will provide civil, architectural and MEP services for a high-rise residential tower in Dubai.

Stock News: Smooth Saudi Succession, ECB Easing May Support Gulf

The markets of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain are closed on Sunday because of King Abdullah’s death.

Obama, World Leaders Head To Saudi Arabia To Offer Condolences

Russia’s PM Dmitry Medvedev, UK’s PM David Cameron and French President Francois Hollande are also visiting Saudi to offer condolences.

Dubai Airspace Faces Temporary Shutdown Due To Unofficial Drones

Officials said that the drones were flown for recreational purpose by members of the public.

US Firm CH2M HILL, UK’s Mace Win Bid To Build Dubai Expo 2020 Site

A consortium led by the two firms will undertake the construction of the Dubai Trade Centre Jebel Ali development.

Dubai Builder Arabtec Wins $152m Contracts In Abu Dhabi

The contracts, awarded by ADNOC and ADCO, were awarded to Arabtec’s Target Engineering unit.

Ultra Electronics Says Oman Airport IT Contract Terminated

The contract was worth about 207 million pounds when won in 2011.

Gulf Banks Flourish In 2014 On Strong Economic Growth

Gulf banks have recorded much improved net profit numbers in 2014 driven by higher loan growth, increased non-interest income and reduced provision charges.

Dubai International Airport: Flying High

A bustling hub for global aviation, Dubai International Airport has not sat idle when it comes to large-scale investments in expansion and upgrades.

New Saudi Deputy Crown Prince Marks Generational Shift

Saudi Arabia’s Interior Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Nayef, was named Deputy Crown Prince on Friday.

UAE Announces Three Day Mourning For Saudi King

UAE President Sheikh Khalifa praised King Abdullah as one of the most notable leaders of the Arab region.

Saudi King Abdullah Dies, New Ruler Is Salman

King Abdullah, 90, had ruled Saudi Arabia as king since 2005 and was hailed as a great reformist.

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New Saudi King Seen Holding Line On OPEC Policy

King Salman is expected to broadly continue Abdullah’s policies, analysts say.

Profile: New Saudi Ruler King Salman Bin Abdulaziz

The 79-year-old King Salman will have to navigate turmoil caused by violence across the region.

Saudi Arabia To Delay Activist’s Flogging For Second Time

Badawi, founder of the “Free Saudi Liberals” site, was sentenced last year to 10 years in jail, a fine of SAR1 million and 1,000 lashes.

Saudi’s Tasnee Signs $319m Loan To Buy More Of Cristal

In December, Tasnee bought 13 per cent in Cristal – one of the world’s largest producers of titanium dioxide – for SAR1.8 billion.