Deutsche To Trim ME Investment Banking Staff

The German lender is laying off several senior staff in Dubai, according to sources.

BAE, EADS Talks May Spur More Mergers

Britain’s BAE Systems and Airbus-owner EADS are in advanced merger talks to create a European powerhouse in aerospace, defence and security.

Apple iPhone 5 In UAE Late September

Apple’s latest product will be on US shelves from September 21st, and should be available in the UAE just after that.

Apple’s iPhone 5 Is Finally Here

The anticipation is over as the latest iPhone is revealed as taller, thinner, lighter and 4G enabled.

The iPhone 5 Is Almost Here…We Think

The world’ worst kept secret is soon to be unveiled in San Francisco as Apple loyalists await the unveiling of its latest product.

US Ambassador To Libya Killed In Rocket Attack

Ambassador Christopher Stevens is believed to be one of four US officials killed during an attack at the US consulate in Benghazi.

Gold Hovers Near Six-Month High, Awaits Fed Meeting

The Fed is expected to launch another round of quantitative easing during a two-day meet starting today.

Emirates NBD Expands Into China

The lender opens Beijing office to tap rising financial ties between the UAE and China.

Trafigura Gets $400m Loan From ME Banks

One of the world’s largest commodity traders has turned to Gulf-based banks to widen its lending pool.

Top 10 Biggest Airlines In The World

Dubai-based Emirates is the only Middle Eastern airline to make the list of the world’s biggest global carriers by capacity.

UAE-China Trade Up 10% In 2011

Trade ties between the countries have risen over 395 per cent from 2002 to reach $15.6 billion last year.

Dubai-EU Trade Volumes Flat In H1 2012

While imports remained constant, exports to the EU rose 15 per cent year-on-year during the first six months.

British Retailers Eye Middle East For Expansion

The MENA region ranks fifth most popular destination for international expansion, with UAE most popular country.

ME Investors Stack Up European Property

Regional investors accounted for 12 per cent of Europe’s real estate market in Q2 2012.

The Rise Of Dim Sum Bonds

Gulf firms are increasingly chasing Asian liquidity.

Egypt’s PM Focuses On Growth

Hisham Kandil says he expects the country’s economy to grow by up to four per cent this financial year.

Egypt Sees IMF Deal In 2 Months, Eyes World Bank Aid

Egypt’s government is hoping to receive a $4.8 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund.

Over 50% Of ME Firms To Hire In Q4 2012

Majority of vacancies are for junior level executives while 45 per cent of firms will advertise less than five positions, says new survey.

Air India Heralds Dreamliner’s Arrival

India’s flagship airline welcomes the arrival of its first Boeing 787, ahead of its first Dubai route.

Global Sukuk Demand Far Exceeds Supply -E&Y

Current outstanding demand for Islamic bonds totals an estimated $300 billion.

Bangkok: The King’s Retreat

Bangkok’s sprawling Grand Palace is the spiritual heart of Thailand’s kingdom.

Oil Prices Re-enter The “Danger Zone”

As oil prices rise, Western economies face dire days ahead, says Reuters’ John Kemp.

REVEALED: The GCC’s Top Event Bids

Gulf Business takes a look at the biggest events that the GCC nations have hosted, are hoping to host, and the ones that got away.

Egypt’s OCI Income Falls 28%

Orascom Construction Industries, Egypt’s biggest listed company, feels weight of new plants in Algeria and the US.

Apple Expected To Launch iPhone 5 On Sept 12

The tech giant has hinted that it will launch its latest phone at an event on September 12 in San Francisco.

Barclays Sees Middle East Driving Investment Bank

The lender leads M&A advisory rankings in MENA with $4.7 billion of deals this year, according to Dealogic.

Gold Hits 5-1/2 Month High On Stimulus Hopes

Gold and silver have hit multi-month highs as investors aim to hedge against potential inflation risks.

MENA Consumers Are World’s Most Loyal

Ernst & Young survey shows shoppers in the region are more loyal to their preferred brands than shoppers in the UK or US.

GCC Ministers: More Talks Needed On Integration

King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia urges Gulf Cooperation Council to become a single entity.

Manchester City And Malaga Start Season Well

The Gulf-funded football clubs continue to spend big money for new players as both teams get off to winning ways.