Revealed: Top 10 MBA Programmes in the World

Harvard tops the list, with employers scrambling to hire graduates from its MBA programme.

With Islamic State On March, Lebanon’s Christians Must Agree On President

Lebanon’s presidency, the only one reserved for a Christian in the Arab world, has been vacant since May, when Michel Suleiman’s term ended.

What Next For Emerging Markets?

US monetary policies, China, currency trends, volatility, earnings momentum and geopolitics will define the performance of emerging markets in the next year.

As Saudi Bourse Opens, Foreigners Face Clash Of Investment Cultures

The Kingdom’s regulator announced last month that it open the $580 billion Saudi market to international institutions.

An Impending Oil Shortage?

An uncertain investment climate in oil-exporting Middle Eastern countries may lead to a two million bpd shortfall and a $15 jump in oil prices by 2025.

Islamic State Establishes Jihadist Hub In The Heart Of Middle East

The Islamic State is well-resourced, with young volunteers, cash to buy weapons and pay wages, plus an arsenal of weapons it captured from the Iraqi army in June.

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The SME Gap In Islamic Financing

Opportunities for SME lending in Islamic finance remain relatively untapped despite a huge demand for Sharia-compliant products in the region.

On The Fast Lane With The Boss Of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Jesse Vargas discusses how he is fast-tracking the growth of the world’s only Ferrari –branded theme park.

30 Seconds On The Business Of… The GCC’s Entertainment Industry

Gulf Business speaks to Ali Haidary, CEO of Sports and Entertainment Solutions.

Revealed: Top 10 Skyscrapers Under Construction In The GCC

Saudi Arabia’s upcoming Kingdom Tower, estimated to rise over a 1000 metres in height when ready, tops the list.

Apple Prepares Healthkit Rollout Amid Tangled Regulatory Web

Apple’s Healthkit aims to make data such as blood pressure, pulse and weight available for consumers and health providers to view in one place.

Frequent Flyer Schemes Revamped As Airlines Struggle To Grow Profits

Frequent flyer programmes, with their rich customer data, have become a currency of their own.

Revealed: Most Punctual Airlines In The Middle East And Africa

Bahrain’s Gulf Air tops the list of the most punctual regional airlines in 2013, as compiled by Flight Stats.

As Etihad Finally Signs Deal With Alitalia, What Next?

Etihad has set out its “roadmap” to return the troubled Italian carrier to profit by 2017.

Dr Nasser Saidi: End Of US Dollar Hegemony

The BRICS bank signals the end of the American financial empire and US Dollar hegemony, writes the founder and president of Nasser Saidi & Associates.

The Arabtec Question

Shares of Dubai-based construction firm Arabtec’s went on a roller-coaster ride last month, taking the wider Dubai Financial Market down with it. What went wrong?

Rising Interest Rates May Revive Appetite For Islamic Commodity Deals

Islamic finance has developed alternative inter-bank tools, but higher interest rates are expected to boost murabaha trading, luring back western borrowers looking for cheap finance.

Once A Haven For Daytrippers, Affluent Gaza Town Reduced To Rubble

In Khuzaa, people say at least 70 were killed and more bodies may lie beneath the rubble.

How To Rule The World Like… Joachim Löw

Löw is the manager of the German national team.

Revealed: Five Mega Upcoming Theme Parks In The GCC

With Dubai recently unveiling plans to open the world’s largest indoor theme park, we look at projects planned across the GCC.

Why GCC Firms Must Keep A Keen Eye On The Data They Collect

Organisations in the Gulf should reconsider how they store and manage surveillance data, writes Christian Assaf, senior sales manager at Seagate.

The World In The First Half Of 2014

There have been a number of social, political and economic reforms this year, writes Hisham Farouk, managing partner of Grant Thornton UAE.

Revealed: Top Residential Project Launches In Dubai In 2014

Dubai saw a number of new property launches, some of which garnered strong investor interest as sales launched. Gulf Business picks the top 10 property launches in 2014.

Exclusive: Ooredoo CEO Dr.Nasser Marafih On Rebranding, Taxes And 2022 World Cup

Marafih reveals the problem with excessive taxation on telecom operators, and why he is certain Qatar will host the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

UAE Stock Market Correction Offers An Opportunity To Reform

The recent market correction and the Arabtec fiasco offer a chance to rewire the country’s capital markets, writes the editor of ArabianMoney.net.

Aftermath: The MH17 Tragedy

As global aviation body IATA puts responsibility for airspace risk assessment on governments, analysts say urgent action is needed.

India’s New Budget Misses Investors’ Expectations

The first budget by the new Narendra Modi-led government in India left many experts and the markets confused about its lack of specifics.

Tech Threats Push CIOs To The Fore

Increased reliance on IT systems within firms is expanding their role and responsibilities, but the transition is far from simple.

Mobile Money Grows In Africa But Hurdles Remain

Industry players say a fragmented and tough regulatory environment is holding the mobile money industry back.

Why You Should Unplug From Work On Your Holiday

De-stressing and recharging your mental and physical abilities is crucial, writes Layla Halabi, from Learnactive.