CEO Predictions 2014: Anan Fakhreddin, CEO, Damas

Damas’ focus for 2014 is to become a famous international jewellery brand.

CEO Predictions 2014: Hamad Buamim, President & CEO, Dubai Chamber Of Commerce

Africa and the Islamic economy were the two major themes for Dubai Chamber in 2013.

CEO Predictions 2014: Hussein Hachem, CEO, Aramex

Aramex believe it is Africa’s growing trade corridors with the Middle East that could prove most influential for the logistics industry this year.

CEO Predictions 2014: James Hogan, President And CEO, Etihad Airways

Etihad is fueling growth through a mix of organic expansion, codeshare partnerships and minority equity investments, says Hogan.

CEO Predictions 2014: Scott Gegenheimer, CEO, Zain Group

Zain will move into adjacent businesses, either through partnerships or acquisitions, writes Gegenheimer.

CEO Predictions 2014: Shinichi Wakita, Managing Director, Panasonic MEA

Heavy government spending and increasingly energetic private sectors will keep economic growth robust in the GCC, writes Wakita.

BRIC Or MINT? Investors Suffer Acronym Anxiety

Former Goldman Sachs economist Jim O’Neill created the ‘BRIC’ family in 2001.

Exclusive: Montblanc CEO On Why Dubai Is Growing

As Montblanc continues expansion across the southern hemisphere and in the UAE, Emma Hodgson meets new global CEO of Montblanc, Jerome Lambert, to discuss business in the Gulf.

Saudi Healthcare Booms As State Scrambles To Close Welfare Gap

Future expansion of healthcare facilities will also be driven by Saudi’s growing young population and the high incidence of lifestyle-related diseases.

How To Have A Successful Meeting

Hazel Carter-Showell, founding director of CarterCorson, a UK based firm of business psychologists, says don’t be afraid to stand out in a meeting.

Impact Of Saudi Labour Crackdown Spreads Through Economy

Nearly one million foreign workers are estimated to have left Saudi Arabia between last March and November.

Five Reasons For SMEs To Join Social Media

Fatima el Malki, social media manager at Active PR, explains why it is critical for SMEs to be on social media.

CEO Predictions 2014 : V. Shankar, Executive Director & CEO, EMEA, Americas, Standard Chartered

Emerging markets continue to be the engine of global growth, writes Shankar.

Revealed: Countries With The Highest Income Tax Rates

European countries feature high on the list of the nations with the world’s highest income tax rates, according to data from KPMG.

CEO Predictions 2014: Gerald Lawless, President And Group CEO, Jumeirah Group

The Dubai-based luxury hotel chain plans to announce many new management contracts in 2014, says Lawless.

Arab Health 2014: What To Expect

Arab Health expects to receive around 85, 000 visitors this year with 3,900 exhibitors from across 64 countries worldwide.

How To Handle Having Your Authority Questioned

Roger Delves, director of Masters in Management at Ashridge Business School, shares his advice for managers who face having their authority challenged.

CEO Predictions 2014: Tim Clark, President, Emirates

2014 will see the launch of more new routes and further aircraft delivery for Dubai airline Emirates, writes Tim Clark.

CEO Predictions 2014: Elie Khouri, CEO, Omnicom Media Group MENA

A rising GDP, growing digital usage and sports fever will drive the region’s advertising market in 2014.

UAE – Jersey Ties Strengthen

The island is widening its relationship with the UAE to grow beyond finance, writes Senator Ian Gorst, chief minister of Jersey.

Matein Khalid: Banking On Change

Gulf bank shares face myriad macro risks in 2014, says Matein Khalid, a global equities investor and advisor to regional family offices.

The Future of Sound Is Wireless

Peter Hartmann, Jabra’s director of Product Management, examines why demand for wireless audio accessories is growing.

North Africa Battles Investor Uncertainty

GCC and international investors remain wary of North Africa, with the region in the throes of political, economic and social instability.

How To Rule The World Like… Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela was the former South African President.

Top 10 Safest Airlines In The World

Nervous flyer? Fear no more. Fly with one of these airlines to (almost) guarantee your safety.

Top 10 Fastest Trains In The World

Two Chinese trains top the list, with the fastest one reaching speeds of 431 km/h.

Allow Your Investments To Divide And Conquer

Diversification is key to earning better rewards and balancing market fluctuations.

UAE Salmon Farms: A Big Catch

An Abu Dhabi company plans to bring the region’s first ever salmon farm to the capital.

GCC Oil Subsidies Removal Could Cause ‘Stagflation’

Experts say that subsidies should be gradually removed to avoid sudden short-term economic shocks.

Islamic Banking Evolves

Sharia-compliant lenders are growing but non-core assets will become less visible.