Building The Big Investment Picture

Emerging markets and urbanisation lead the global economic trends, writes Mark McFarland, chief investment strategist, Emirates NBD Private Banking.

Mona Lisa’s Toshiba Smile

Toshiba’s MEA managing director, Yasuyoshi Matsunaga, talks about powering the world’s fastest elevator and Middle East expansion.

30 Seconds On The Business Of…Forex Trading

Gulf Business speaks to Kathleen Brooks, research director at Forex.com.

Exclusive: CEO Of Abu Dhabi Ports Talks Phase One

Tony Douglas, CEO of Abu Dhabi Ports Company, reports on delivering phase one of the capital’s most ambitious project to date.

Lack Of Life Skills A Risk For Future Leaders

Middle East managers concerned about how to manage expectations and retain Gen Y, reveals new study.

MENA’s Rail Projects Gather Speed

As the UAE’s railways network becomes a multi-billion dollar industry, the players and stakes involved are reaching a new high.

How To Know When It’s Right To Turn Down A Job

How can you ensure that you pick the best job for your future development and investment?

5 Minutes With… Jakob Beck Thomsen, CEO, Saxo Bank

The boss of the Dubai arm of Saxo Bank says he is confident about the UAE’s financial climate.

Winners And Losers In Emerging Markets

China will storm ahead of Brazil in 2013 says Matein Khalid, fund manager in a royal investment office.

How To Rule The World Like…Psy

Park Jae-sang, better known as Psy, is a South Korean pop singer.

Revealed: Top 10 Best CEOs In The World

INSEAD, along with the Harvard Business Review, ranks the best performing chief executives in the world.

How To Get On With Your Colleagues

There are four type of individual communication style: visual, auditory, kinesthetic and audio digital.

Iraq Is Finally A Viable Investment Opportunity

Nine years after the US-led coalition toppled Saddam Hussein there are signs that companies are moving to long-term investments in Iraq.

Dubai’s Cautious Property Comeback

The emirate’s real estate sector edged backed to life in 2012.

Loss Of Connectivity Costs Businesses

As Tata Communications continues investing in the region, Radwan Moussalli, managing director – MENA, Tata Communications reveals the impact of network outages on Middle East companies.

Banking Special: Kuwait Faces Long And Winding Recovery

Kuwait’s gridlocked political situation is stymying its banking sector.

Dubai’s Renaissance

The emirate has reached a phase one upturn in the emerging markets business cycle, writes Peter Cooper, editor of Arabianmoney.net.

5 Minutes With…Kenny Jephcott, General Manager, IML Group

Marketing specialist IML Group plans to diversify its product range and expand geographically, says Kenny Jephcott.

How To… Set Up A Business In The UAE

The important points and rules you need to know if you’re thinking of starting your own company in the Gulf state.

Banking Special: Good Growth Prospects In Oman

Oman’s economy and its banking sector are performing well.

30 Seconds On The Business Of Early Childhood Development

Gulf Business speaks to Monica Malhotra, managing director of Kidville, UAE.

Banking Special: Assets And Profits Soar In Qatar

High oil and gas prices and a large-scale infrastructure programme buttressed Qatar’s banking sector in 2012.

Top Cities For Middle Eastern Property Investors

Property investment company IP Global lists the prime global locations for regional real estate investors and explains why they are attractive hotspots.

Banking Special: Stable Times For The UAE

The UAE is well capitalised but banking asset quality remains a concern.

Banking Special: Robust Performance In Saudi

Saudi’s behemoth banks were flush with capital in 2012.

World Oil Markets: Is US Set To Overtake OPEC?

As US crude production rises, is OPEC’s influence on global oil markets in danger of waning?

Most Popular Stories In 2012

Gulf Business rounds up a list of the 20 most popular stories on our website this year.

Saudi Arabia’s 2012 Budget Surplus At Record 14.2% Of GDP

2013 revenue projected at a conservative SAR829 bn, according to Emirates NBD, as spending on education and healthcare to increase.

5 Minutes With…Ashish Panjabi, COO, Jacky’s Group

Ashish Panjabi from Jacky’s says that the company will refrain from over-diversifying and expand only in growth areas.

Banking Special: Steady Progress In The Gulf

Many Gulf banks recorded slightly better performance in 2012 but regional differences are apparent. Overall, the region has swerved the ongoing global growth weakness.