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Posted: 07-10-2008
UAE. Gulf Arab property firms launched US$100 billion of new projects yesterday on the first day of Cityscape Dubai, but the news failed to restore investor confidence as fears grew that the global credit crunch is biting and the local real estate market overheating. From a AED 350 billion (US$95 billion) beachfront project to a kilometre-high tower, developers at Dubai’s annual Cityscape exhibition launched the usual raft of mega-developments that have propelled the Gulf Arab commercial hub to international fame. Dubai mortgage lender Tamweel said it would launch up to AED 2 billion
Posted: November 19, 2009
INTERNATIONAL. According to the latest retail research report from CB Richard Ellis, the UAE is seen as the point of entry for most retailers and brands looking to expand in the Gulf region.
Posted: November 19, 2009
UAE. The scheme includes the infrastructure to support freight and high-speed rail passenger traffic.
Posted: November 19, 2009
UAE. Craig Armstrong, NZTE's Sector Director for specialised manufacturing will present on 'New Zealand manufacturing capability' at the networking event.
Posted: November 19, 2009
INTERNATIONAL. The enterprise value of this acquisition is AED145 million (US$34 million).
Posted: November 19, 2009
QATAR. Barwa Real Estate Company and Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company have announced their implementation of green building principles by adopting the QSAS to implement green buildings principles in all of their future projects.
Posted: November 18, 2009
UAE. Dubai home prices may drop by another 30% and take at least a decade to recover as more properties become available to a shrinking population.
Posted: November 18, 2009
UAE. Overlooking the Earth course at Jumeirah Golf Estates, Sanctuary Falls will provide a dramatic backdrop for the Dubai World Championship which is being held from 19 -22 November 2009
Posted: November 18, 2009
QATAR. Emaar Middle East is highlighting its Saudi Arabian projects at a Qatar roadshow being held on 19 November 2009, Seasons Hotel in Doha.
Posted: November 18, 2009
UAE. MAPEI has revealed that it will conduct an exclusive exhibition of the pioneering solutions that were used in some of the most challenging construction projects in the region
Posted: November 17, 2009
QATAR. Dubbed as a new commercial city district of Doha's West Bay, the project comprises a state-of-the-art conference centre, a tower, a luxury hotel, malls and public plazas.
Posted: November 17, 2009
UAE. With the recession almost out of sight, global investors are keenly eyeing Dubai for real estate investments, given the emirate's 'relative stability' in prices and affordable housing.
Posted: November 16, 2009
UAE. The Big 5 Exhibition will feature over 3,000 exhibitors, ranging from major global suppliers to regional agents and distributors, along with 52 National Pavilions from all major exporting countries.
Posted: November 16, 2009
UAE.Landmark Properties has announced the appointment of Charles Neil as Chief Executive Officer.
Posted: November 15, 2009
UAE. The continuous construction works on the AED80 million (US$21.80 million) tower is leading up to its expected timely delivery.
Posted: November 15, 2009
UAE. According to a new report conducted by Proleads Research House there are US$698 billon worth of construction projects still active in the United Arab Emirates.

MIDDLE EAST BUSINESS COMMENT & ANALYSIS

date:Posted: November 19, 2009
INTERNATIONAL. A majority of investors expects the US Federal Reserve to hold off from raising interest rates until the second half of 2010, according to the BofA Merrill Lynch Survey of Fund Managers for November.
date:Posted: November 19, 2009
INTERNATIONAL. Faber said, considering the size of the stimulus packages and the monetary printing, the US economy hasn't responded well. What have responded well are asset markets but unemployment is horrrible and the typical household is suffering.
date:Posted: November 18, 2009
INTERNATIONAL. The global health industry is worth around US$4.2 trillion. As GCC countries continue to develop world class healthcare systems, they must avoid pitfalls of the developed markets, according to AT Kearney.
UAE. Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al-Maktoum tightened the control of the emirate's largest holding company, the Investment Corporation of Dubai.
INTERNATIONAL. This situation gives rise to increasingly positive prospects for gold and other commodities that may ultimately stand in as the world's reserve currency. And there are some pretty hot speculative prospects - Louis' 'best of the best' - waiting in the wings for the market's next big leg down.