UAE Inflation creeps up
By Tracey Scott on Jul 22, 2010
Consumer prices in the UAE increased 0.43 per cent for the first half of 2010 compared to the same period last year, data from the National Bureau of Statistics revealed today.
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UAE most advanced telecoms sector in GCC, says report
By Tracey Scott on Jul 08, 2010
The UAE has the most advanced telecommunications sector when compared to other GCC countries, the latest Global Investment House reports has concluded.
Sheikh Mohammed approves green standards for UAE
By Tracey Scott on Jul 07, 2010
The vice president, prime minister and ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved green buildings standards aimed at boosting environmental sustainability in the country.
UAE investors cautious but optimistic
By Tracey Scott on Jun 28, 2010
UAE investors are still cautious about investing in current market conditions, a report published by Friends Provident International has revealed.
UAE high-net-worths drop 19 per cent
By Tracey Scott on Jun 23, 2010
The number of high net worth individuals in the UAE dropped 18.8 per cent last year, a Merrill Lynch report has revealed.
UAE inflation dips month-on-month
By Tracey Scott on Jun 21, 2010
Annual inflation in the UAE increased 0.88 per cent in May but dipped month on month, the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics has revealed.
Making room
By Alicia Buller on Jun 09, 2010
Thomas Rowntree, Intercontinental Hotel Group’s commercial vice president, Middle East and Africa, tells Alicia Buller about his plans for regional domination.
iPhone 4 to appear in UAE stores next month
By Rob Morris on Jun 09, 2010
UAE shoppers will be able to snap up Apple’s new iPhone within a month of its official launch, retailers have said.
Lenders can withstand fresh downturn, says UAE Central Bank
By Rob Morris on Jun 08, 2010
UAE banks have enough liquidity to withstand another financial crisis or fresh exposure to defaults by debtors.
Third low-cost carrier to takeoff from UAE
By Rob Morris on Jun 03, 2010
A third budget carrier is set to launch in the UAE, creating further competition for established players flydubai and Air Arabia.
Exports to UAE net US $12.1bn
By Rob Morris on May 27, 2010
Trade relations between the US and UAE have netted $12.1bn for the American economy since the early noughties, recent figures reveal.
Who’s buying?
By Ryan Harrison on May 26, 2010
UAE real estate is awash with cash buyers but hesitancy on visas and lending still irritates potential investors, writes Ryan Harrison.
Abu Dhabi suffers 23% dip in occupancy rates
By Rob Morris on May 26, 2010
Hotel occupancy rates for the Middle East and Africa were weighed down by Abu Dhabi last month, says report.
Ash cloud offers stern lesson for UAE
By Ryan Harrison on May 23, 2010
Heavy reliance on foreign imports exposed UAE’s economy to trade disruptions arising from ash cloud incident, top economist claims.
Construction Delays Halt $350bn UAE Projects
By Glenn Freeman on May 18, 2010
Financial crisis forces major slowdown in UAE construction, with just 1,600 properties still under development.
