Dubai seen as top candidate to host World Expo 2020

Among four competing cities, Dubai is seen as the best-positioned candidate to host the global exposition, World Expo 2020, according to a survey of...

Dubai registers a 15% rise in business licenses issued in August...

The Department of Economic Development (DED) witnessed a 15 per cent increase in licenses issued in August 2013 compared to the same month of...

Burj Al Arab blushes pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

From her majestic sail to her ultimate afternoon tea, Burj Al Arab will go pink inside and out throughout the month of October to...

How a successful Expo 2020 bid will impact Dubai’s economic outlook

In a most recent note to investors, Bank of America focuses on Qatar and UAE economic development and highlights the benefits for the emirates'...

The Golden Age of Arab Sciences 1st UAE Exhibition Kicks Off

His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Culture, Youth and Social Development, opened The Golden Age of Arab Sciences exhibition in...

Abu Dhabi Economic Outlook – Solid & Sound

Gradual fiscal consolidation is bringing the Abu Dhabi central government fiscal oil break-even price lower, after the spike due to exceptional support to Dubai,...

A few reasons for Dubai Expo 2020 bid to succeed

Dubai is bidding to host the 2020 World’s Fair. A successful bid would raise Dubai GDP growth by ~0.5ppt between 2016-2019 and by ~2ppt...

Oops…They did it again! The Boom burns a hole in your...

If you somehow missed out, you are now caught in a boom time once again! Your rent is going up, although a few apartments in...

New rent contracts would be enforced in Dubai

Dubai authorities plan to tighten control over rent increases in the coming months with new reforms. According to various media reports, the real estate...

Five reasons to remain bullish on Emerging Markets

Valuations are attractive. BofA's latest analysis comparing PB with ROE less COE suggests emerging markets (EMs) are 20% undervalued. Large sectors in bigger markets...

New Rental Disputes Settlement Centre Established in Dubai

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued...

PRADA opens a New Store in Abu Dhabi

Prada is bolstering its presence in the United Arab Emirates with the opening of a new store in Abu Dhabi, in the Sowwah Square...

Upcoming Bridal Shows in Dubai

Wedding planning is exhausting and stressful. Therefore, wedding fairs and bridal shows are really helpful for brides-to-be for planning and getting everything they need...

Dubai banking on support towards a stronger recovery

The increased domestic banking sector support to Dubai Inc has brought exposure to the public sector as percent of capital to the highest level...

World’s Most Livable Cities in 2013

Who would not want to live in a city where economy, infrastructure, healthcare, education and environment are of top quality? Well, in the overpopulated...

Harry Potter Spin-Off Announced

A new film, inspired by Harry Potter universe is coming and the author of the famous book herself, J.K. Rowling will be writing the...

100th MERS Case Confirmed in Saudi Arabia

As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expects more than 3 million pilgrims for the annual Hajj this October, the Ministry of Health is doubling...

Uncertainty Remains A Concern For Dubai Real Estate Sector, Rating Agency...

Dubai Prime Property Sector Set For a Strong Start in 2014, Rating Agency States Fitch Ratings, which regional office is located in Dubai Media City,...