Experts Call For Better Regulation Of GCC Stocks Post Arabtec Saga

Arabtec debacle on the stock market reveals the crack among bourse regulations in the Gulf

Global Cruise Giants Eye Gulf Markets

Apart from being an attractive cruise destination, the Gulf is also rapidly becoming a source market for cruise tourism, experts say.

Top Tips To Build Your Personal Brand Image

The concept of ‘Brand You’ is how to you want others to see you, explains Monster Gulf.

Dubai’s SensAsia Urban Spa Prepares To Expand Across The GCC

The company is looking to grow through a franchising model, says founder and owner, Salina Handa.

It’s Asian Bonds, Not Equities, That Are Too Rich

The tricky part for investors is to precisely time their exit from bonds.

The Cloud Is Coming With Unprecedented Market Growth In 2014

This year, the total expenditure on cloud spending is set to reach $100 billion, with the market growing by a quarter.

How To Build Your Personal Brand

Understand yourself and identify your strengths and weaknesses, writes Sanjay Modi, managing director, Monster.com for India, Middle East and South East Asia.

Does Everyone Need a Financial Advisor?

Edward Mainwaring-Burton, senior financial planner at wealth management firm Acuma, explains why accepting financial advice is not unlike regular checkups at the dentist.

Five Minutes With.. Elyes Mrad, VP Sales & Marketing, Hertz

Can renters are becoming younger, increasingly using vehicles for leisure purposes and booking online says Elyes Mrad, VP sales and marketing, Hertz.

Exclusive Interview: Masafi CEO Reginald Randall

Randall faced waves of uncertainty when UAE water exports were banned. The Masafi CEO reveals how he got the ship firmly under control with a new plant in Turkey.

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Growth In UAE, Saudi, Qatar Drawing Global Funds To Set Up Shop

Nomura Asset Management and Lazard Asset Management have opened new offices in Dubai this year.

Dr. Nasser Saidi: Understanding The MSCI Upgrade

The founder and president of Nasser Saidi & Associates explores the impact of the Emerging Market Upgrade on the UAE and Qatar.

Bahrain Struggles With Unrest, Competition To Remain Business Hub

Following unrest in the country, some foreign financial firms have moved staff to Dubai.

Saudi’s King Abdullah Economic City Pivots To Tourism

King Abdullah Economic City, the Kingdom’s mega project, is shifting focus to become a local tourism hub from its initial plans of being a financial centre.

How To Retain Your Best Staff

Eugene Burke, chief science and analytics officer at global business advisory CEB, discusses how firms should invest in the right employees.

Qatar Central Bank Says To Be Flexible With Govt Bond Issues

Qatar’s central bank chief Sheikh Abdullah said future sales of government bonds with longer maturities would depend on both liquidity conditions and investor demand.

Five Minutes With.. Dr. Ahmed El Tigani, GM, Al Rawabi

UAE dairy company Al Rawabi is looking to address key health concerns in the UAE, says general manager Dr. Ahmed El Tigani.

Work Life Balance: Is It A Myth?

Work must be seen as a fundamental part of life, writes Hisham Farouk, managing partner of Grant Thornton UAE.

Revealed: Top 10 Shopping Malls Under Construction In The MENA

Gulf Business checks out 10 of the biggest malls that are coming up across the Middle East and North Africa region over the next few years.

Gulf’s Billions Insulate Economies, Markets From Iraq Turmoil

Experts say that the Gulf’s efforts in building up its financial resources on the back of high oil prices as a defence against regional instability is paying off.

Revealed: Top 10 Countries With The Highest Number Of Obese People

The GCC states have very high adult obesity rates, but do not feature on the list because of their small populations.

Five Minutes With… Vladimir Dabbah, VP Global Sales, MEA, Marriott International

Dabbah reveals why Dubai is the best destination for hotel growth in the region.

Is Another Property Bubble Looming Over Dubai?

Dubai house prices posted the fastest year-on-year rise of any of the world’s major markets in January-March, soaring 27.7 per cent.

Saudi MERS Response Hobbled By Institutional Failings

Saudi health sources and international virologists have highlighted poor communication, lack of accountability and inadequate state oversight in the Kingdom.

The UAE’s Banking System: A Safe Haven

The UAE is the perfect destination for a depositor looking to safely stash away his cash, writes Peter Cooper.

Why The Middle East’s Ultra Wealthy Are Seeking Second Citizenship

Second citizenship offers greater stability and security, tax efficiency and ease of travel, among other benefits, say experts.

Tourism In The Middle East Fights Back Despite Turmoil

After being hit hard by the Arab Spring and the Syrian civil war, the Middle East’s troubled tourism markets are fighting back even as political hurdles remain.

Qatar Is Better Off With World Cup Than Without It

If stripped of the tournament, Qatar will suffer a big setback in the regional race for economic diversification, writes Reuters columnist Una Galani.

30 Seconds On The Business Of…The GCC’s Private Banking Industry

Gulf Business speaks to Fouad Hamiyeh, head of UAE offices at Crédit Agricole Private Banking.

What If The Caution Of The ‘Super Rich’ Ebbs?

Investment advisors estimate that the world’s richest preserve up to 40 per cent of their wealth in cash deposits.