2011 Forecasts: World’s population will reach 7 billion in 2011
Rate of population growth will slow
With 267 people being born every minute and 108 dying, the world’s population will top seven billion next year,...
Businesses in Dubai Foresee Higher Revenues, Stronger Ground Ahead
• Business Confidence Index improves quarter-to-quarter and year-on-year
• Large companies continue to maintain stronger projections
Businesses in Dubai are confident of closing the year on...
Dubai business upbeat on sales and profits in Q1 of 2012
The composite Business Confidence Index (BCI) in the emirate rose by 16% to more than 133 points in the final quarter of 2011 compared to the previous quarter
Dubai sees 17 % increase in trade licenses issued in Q2...
The total number of trade licenses issued by the Dubai Department of Economic Department (DED) during the second quarter of 2012 reached 4,499, a...
Minister of Economy meets department heads to discuss growth strategies
The UAE Minister of Economy His Excellency Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansouri met department heads to discuss the ministry's future plans and strategies. He...
Consumer Spending in Islamic Economy Sectors Totals US$2.2 Trillion
Islamic economy registers 5.2 per cent growth over previous year
UAE ranks first across five of seven Islamic economy sectors
Investments in Islamic...
Consumer confidence rising further during last quarter of 2011
The overall consumer confidence index in Dubai increased 15 points to 125 over the last quarter of 2011 compared to the third quarter, according to the quarterly Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) of the Department of Economic Development (DED).
Dubai Economy Expected to Grow ‘3 to 4%’ in The Year...
The Dubai economy is expected to grow by 3 to 4 percent in the 2017-2018 period, Hamad Buamim, President and CEO of Dubai Chamber...
Salary Increase: MoF implementing decisions of UAE President
Ministry of Finance is working on implementing decision issued by UAE President on occasion of UAE’s 40th National Day regarding salary increase
The UAE highlights investment opportunities to Bottom Saxony delegation
Minister of Economy emphasizes the strength of UAE Economy and Commends ability of Dubai economy to deal with global challenges
Invites Airbus...
Economy Diversifies to Boost Growth in 2020
A survey of nearly 440 senior accountancy experts on economic conditions in MESA showed a recovery in confidence in Q4. A revival in growth...
UAE Consumer Confidence at ‘All-time High’
Consumers in the UAE are more optimistic than ever before, according to the recently released 'MasterCard Index of Consumer Confidence'. The survey reveals that...
UAE economy owns ability to compete within economic changes in 2012
UAE economy is able to enhance the UAE’s competitive position during 2012 through its ability to deal with the economic variables of the financial crisis taking place in both Europe and the US.
Global Business Confidence Slumps
According to a survey of business executives released Sunday, global business confidence slumped in the third quarter of 2014. A global survey conducted by Markit...
Ministry of Economy Plans for SME Sector For the Year 2020
The plan includes training programs to empower entrepreneurs; new channels to connect with global and regional markets; and extensive participations in specialized exhibitions
The...
DED supports Chilean Business Week to explore bilateral business opportunities
The Department of Economic Development (DED) and its Foreign Investment Office (FIO) are endorsing a delegation of Chilean entrepreneurs headed by the Chilean...
Dubai – Best City for Expats in MENA, 74th Globally
Dubai ranks 74th globally in overall quality of living, making it the number one city in the Middle East and Africa region for...
Prices of basic commodities up by 12.43 percent
Figures from Abu Dhabi's Department of Planning and Economy (DPE) have revealed that prices of basic commodities went up by 12.43 percent between June...