Quantitative Easing Is Only Part Of The Story

Quantitative easing will only work if politicians commit to accountability for sustainable growth, writes Mark McFarland, chief investment strategist, Emirates NBD Private Banking.

How To Rule The World Like…Barack Obama

Barack Obama is the 44th President of the United States of America.

What Is The Right Corporate Gift In The Middle East?

Presenting a luxury corporate gift to your business associates can often make or break the working relationship.

Ignition Sparks On UAE’s Car Market

Vehicle sales in the UAE and wider region are reaching 2008’s record levels due to jobs, positive sentiment and a rising population.

How To…Insure Your Home In the Gulf

International insurance provider Zurich says home insurance in the region is essential and inexpensive.

The GCC Sees Billions In R&D Push

With the GCC countries looking to diversify into knowledge-based economies, foreign firms are pumping billions into regional research and development.

What Will Be The Next Big Idea In The GCC?

McDonalds and Taco Bell offer a historical lesson in innovation for the UAE, writes leadership expert Tommy Weir.

5 Mins With… Dr Akshay Batra, CEO of Dr. Batra’s

Dr. Akshay Batra says the homeopathic company is looking to expand in the GCC region.

China’s Rise Will Change World Order

Obama refers to China as a US enemy, as China is urged to be a responsible stakeholder.

How Green Is Your Building?

The prize for increasing your building’s efficiency could be vast, say energy-saving experts.

30 Seconds On The Business Of Formula E

Gulf Business speaks to Alejandro Agag, CEO of Fomula E Holdings.

Oil Service Titans Gaining Power Vs Big Oil

Big Oilfield service companies are rapidly gaining importance over major oil giants.

The Million Dollar Slice Of Heaven

Ever wonder where the world’s rich and famous business leaders go on a break from the boardroom? We give you a sneak peek.

How To…Deal With Bad Publicity

In today’s world, PR disasters are just one ill-judged tweet away. Kevin Hasler, general manager at BPG Public Relations, explains how to manage negative publicity.

Going Green: One At A Time

An office assistant at a company initiated small eco-friendy initiatives in the office that is saving his company thousands of dirhams.

Top 10 Fashion Brands In The Middle East

Gulf Business asked Sophia Serin, Senior Editor at Emirates Woman Group, to round up the region’s most popular fashion brands.

Fast Growth Patterns For MENA Exports

The next decade will see soaring growth rates in Middle East exports to Asia and beyond.

Global Investor Confidence Rises in Q4

56 per cent respondents lack confidence in the global economy; MENA experts the most optimistic.

The Rise Of Low-Cost Carriers

The might of incumbent airlines has been tested in recent times by the growth of low-cost carriers. But do Middle East players have anything to worry about?

Why You Should Buy Dubai Property

There are many signs of a true recovery in the Dubai real estate market this year, writes Peter Cooper, editor of Arabianmoney.net.

REVEALED: Top Global Elections To Watch

Next year will witness some of the world’s most crucial political elections, changing the face of the region and beyond.

REVEALED: Top 10 GCC Hotel Launches In 2012

As the Gulf’s hospitality industry grows, international and local hotel brands are ramping up their presence in the region.

5 Mins With… Toby Simpson, CEO, Gulf Recruitment Group

The Gulf Recruitment Group will soon expand into Saudi Arabia and Iraq, says Toby Simpson.

How To Rule The World Like…Wen Jiabao

Wen Jiabao is the premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China.

The Middle East’s Top Green Companies

A definitive list of regional companies implementing meaningful initiatives for the environment.

All Eyes On Central Banks

Policies by central banks across the world to kick-start the economy haven’t borne fruit as yet, writes Chris Tedder, research analyst at FOREX.com

Obama’s US To Fall Off The Cliff?

Once the dust from Obama’s win settles, the pressing problem of the US economy falling into a ‘fiscal cliff’ threatens to raise its ugly head, especially with the looming danger of bi-partisanship.

Why Obama’s Win Is Good News For The GCC

Dr. Marie Owens Thomsen, senior economist-strategist at Credit Agricole, explains why Obama’s win is good news for the region.

Obama: Will He Twist Again?

The result from the US elections, with Obama’s subsequent win, will have a critical bearing on US monetary policy and its impact on the GCC.

Investors Favour Fixed Income

With global markets in flux, fixed income is becoming the new favourite for regional investors.