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Dubai population expected to decline 17pc

UAE economy is expected to contract by 1.7 per cent in 2009 The UAE’s population will contract by a marked 5.5 per cent in 2009,...

Is this a new property boom or …. think again

A number of newspapers' headlines promote significant shifts in Dubai real estate prices and rental values, suggesting that the boom times are back. However,...

Entrepreneurship becomes easier globally

2013 Doing Business report shows that local entrepreneurs around the world are considering it easier to do business nowadays than at any time...

Oversupply with commercial properties in Dubai

Rents expected to drop further According to the Jones Lang LaSalle's ‘Dubai Real Estate Market Overview' report last month, Dubai's current stock of office space...

Anomalies in real estate markets turn into a great stimulus for...

Uncertainty and risk create arbitrage and opportunity Already deep into 2010’s first quarter, property markets worldwide are trying to benefit from the aroma of economic...

Comprehensive report on Dubai trade and investment unveiled

‘The Business Year: Dubai 2012’ report has a foreword by HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum and interviews with key public and private...

Economic Impact of Social Media in Middle East

ME companies need to manage their online social communities Over 90% of UAE internet users are on social networking sites  Social networking sites have increased in...

Entrepreneurs speak out

For 62% of entrepreneurs, focusing on innovation should be the number one priority 80% of entrepreneurs say governments should facilitate access to funding for young...

Protests alter forecasts for premium growth in MENA

The political and social unrest in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region will affect the insurance industries of each country to varying degrees

Opportunity Egypt

Egyptian Potential – Oasis of Opportunity The Middle East and North Africa, in particular Egypt, has weathered the global financial crisis with limited scars and...

Business confidence in Dubai soars on rebound in key sectors

Economic activity and outlook demonstrates stable growth and move towards sustainability The economy of Dubai looks set to sustain its growth momentum with investor confidence...

2013 set to be bumper year for those looking to work...

With New Year just around the corner, lifestyle changes and resolutions to make a fresh start are traditionally high on the agenda. And with...

Dubai World silence causes concern

Since the November standstill announcement, little information was released from either Dubai World or the government to reassure investors. Discussions with creditors have been...

Top Sector for Small and Medium-Sized Business in Dubai

Travel and Tourism is the Most Promising Sector for Small and Medium-Sized Business in Dubai If you are planning to start a small or a...

Public sector governance reform imminent in Middle East

Arab Spring has compelled governments to pursue public sector reform Accountability, and transparency a priority in state-owned enterprises in Middle East With recent political and social...

Annual Statistical Report on the Gulf Common Market

 In line with its continuous efforts to strengthen and deepen financial and economic cooperation between the countries of the Cooperation Council for the Arab...

The Middle East is the new land of opportunity

Anti-government protests are often overestimated in the short run and underestimated in the long run. One need look no further than recent events in...