MENA’s E-commerce Explosion

The region’s leading e-commerce players are braced for growth in 2013 following a wave of venture capital last year.

Five Minutes With…Rohini Gehani, CEO, Rivaage Boutique

As the world gets smaller individuals have more access to designers and couture items, says Rivaage Boutique founder.

How To Trade Stocks And Shares In The UAE

Before you jump headfirst into the local equity markets, it’s important to gain knowledge of the companies, industries and economy you’re buying shares in.

Looking Back At The New Millennium Shifts

The only long-term certainty in global economics is total change, says Mark McFarland, chief investment strategist, Emirates NBD Private Banking.

Saudi Royal Decree May Ease $67bn Housing Logjam

Some 60 per cent of nearly 20 million Saudis are estimated to live in rented accommodation rather than homes they own.

Etihad Bets On India In Pricey Jet Airways Deal

The success of Etihad’s bet will depend on the capacity of the two airline heads to stay on friendly terms, writes Reuters’ Una Galani.

Does The GCC Ignore Halal Cosmetics?

Some experts say the GCC suffers from a lack of local halal certification bodies, as buyers opt for European rivals.

GCC Stock Markets – On The Rise Or Fall?

Record market highs fail to secure emerging market status for GCC economies, leaving regional equity markets inconclusive.

Saudi Web Users Among Most Active On Social Media

Over 13,000,000 people go online daily in the Kingdom and analysing what they are saying is vital for your business, writes Alexander Zarovsky, head of international business development, InfoWatch

Top 10 Marketing Disasters In The World

Sometimes companies make very bad decisions, such as the launch of New Coke 25 years ago that quickly fizzled out.

The Taxi Diaries

Meghna Pant, features editor of Gulf Business, gives a spin to Dubai’s comeback by way of its taxis.

REVEALED: The Gulf Business 2013 Salary Survey

Where do you rank on the GCC pay scale in comparison to your Western, Asian and Arab peers?

Dear Dawn… Week 6 – Bewildered

The Gulf Business agony aunt is back to answer the sixth professional query in the series.

Dreaming Of Dubai Bling

All you need to do to get all the material goods you desire… is close your eyes.

Revealed: Asian Expatriate Salaries In The Gulf

The Gulf Business 2013 Salary Survey found that Asian expatriates earn much lower than their Western and Arab counterparts in the GCC.

Revealed: Arab Expatriate Salaries In The Gulf

The Gulf Business 2013 Salary Survey found that Arab GCC expats earn less than their Western peers but more than their Asian counterparts.

Revealed: Western Expatriate Salaries In The Gulf

The Gulf Business 2013 Salary Survey found that Western expatriates earn the heftiest pay packages in the GCC.

Dear Dawn… Ready For A Change – The Answer

Gulf Business’ leadership expert, Dawn Metcalfe, answers the fifth question in the series.

Bahrain’s Rulers Evade F1 Fiasco But Crisis Endures

The public relations battle between the government and opposition appeared to end in stalemate this year.

The Coolest Police Cars In The World

Dubai’s new Lamborghini and Ferrari patrol cars are the talk of the town, but they have some competition from elsewhere in the world.

Am I An American Arab?

Long-term residency for foreigners would revitalise regional business, writes leadership expert Tommy Weir.

Top 10 Highest Paid American CEOs

Although shareholders are watching US CEOs more closely, the top executives are still earning huge sums and receive plenty of perks.

Bahrain Soccer Head: I’m Favourite For AFC Top Job

An interview with Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa reveals he favours himself to replace disgraced Qatari Mohamed Bin Hammam.

Is Enough Being Done To Manage The GCC Diabetes Time Bomb?

High levels of awareness for diabetes exist among GCC nationals, but is that enough?

Regulations, Expectations Stymie Funds In Middle East

Consolidation is going to be a key theme for the asset management sector, say experts.

Top Mega Trends In The Middle East

Increased social networking and infrastructure development are among the factors that will drive future growth, says study.

Are You Prepared For A Fire In Your Building?

Most residents in the GCC seem ill-equipped to handle a fire emergency, writes Aarti Nagraj. But are they the only ones to blame?

Is Dubai Earthquake Proof?

What was it like being in the Burj Khalifa during the earthquake? Our structural design expert explains.

China And GCC: Growing Ties

Is China set to become the GCC’s most important economic partner by 2020? And what does this mean for the region?

Feeding The GCC’s Growing Hunger

Driven by the GCC’s young population and high-income levels, the region’s food industry is witnessing heavy investment and rapid expansion.