Opinion Employment Let’s drop the empty business buzzwords and get ahead Vague terms like 'leverage' and 'empower' do not help leaders assign clear tasks March 6, 2023
Lifestyle Middle East investors ‘need at least $5m to retire comfortably’ Most Middle East investors believe they need at least $5 million for a comfortable retirement, according to a survey. The latest MLIV Pulse survey, carried out by Bloomberg and published on Tuesday, asked more than 500 traders how big a nest egg ought to be. The global average was between $3 million and $5 million, […] February 22, 2023
Opinion The C-words that will help you stick to new year’s resolutions Most of us break new year's resolutions but help is at hand for those determined to make lasting changes at home or at work January 12, 2023
Banking & Finance Mena professionals vow to build up their savings in 2023 Saving money is the top new year’s resolution for Mena professionals, a survey has found. In the poll by jobs site Bayt.com, almost two-thirds (63 percent) of the 2,988 respondents said building a nest egg was their No 1 priority for 2023. Keren Bobker, a Dubai-based independent financial adviser and senior partner at Holborn Assets, […] January 2, 2023
Opinion Business of Sport The classic car market is about to hit the gas Expect significant growth in values as the Middle East gets into gear December 28, 2022
Opinion Lifestyle Youthful optimism can help overcome our challenges Our Arab youth survey reveals a confident population seeking stability and opportunities for progress as well as greater civil liberties December 23, 2022
Real Estate Dubai co-working startup eyes new funding as it goes global Hotdesk, an on-demand workspace booking platform based in Dubai, is preparing to launch a Series A round of funding as the startup continues to enjoy exponential growth throughout the region and globally. The company, which provides access to co-working spaces at the click of a button, was launched in 2021. It has since expanded into […] December 16, 2022
Opinion Banking & Finance Life insurance: the gift of financial stability for the family left behind The point of life insurance is not just about the money but about what it means to your dependents December 15, 2022
Opinion Employment Why parent-friendly policies can boost business performance The UAE has launched the Parent-Friendly Label (PFL) for businesses, encouraging them to offer policies and practices that support working parents of young children December 8, 2022
EXCLUSIVE UAE goes vintage with classic car race and centre for collectors The UAE and supercars have been synonymous for decades, with the very latest luxury models frequently spotted on its roads – but a new industry of classic cars is also gaining speed. This weekend the country plays host to 100 classic cars from around the globe in the first ever UAE edition of Italy’s 1,000-mile […] December 2, 2022
Opinion Banking & Finance The view from the family office It's been a year of geopolitical unrest and economic uncertainty. What does that mean for ultra-high net worth families and their advisers? November 30, 2022
Real Estate Riyadh prime offices almost full as foreign firms flock to Saudi Unprecedented demand for prime office space in Riyadh has taken Grade A office occupancy levels close to 100 percent, driven by a massive increase in the number of foreign investment licences issued this year. More than 4,400 licences were issued in the second quarter of 2022, a rise of almost 700 percent on the same […] November 15, 2022
Exclusive Development Cherie Blair ‘optimistic’ for Middle East entrepreneurial equality Nearly 20 years ago, Cherie Blair CBE, leading King’s Counsel and committed campaigner for women’s rights, predicted that the UAE would lead the Middle East’s drive on gender equality. Her first visit to the GCC region – during her husband Tony’s 10-year stint as British Prime Minister – was promptly followed by the appointment of […] November 14, 2022
LONG READ The business of sleep: from beating jet lag to space-age linen “I think it’s probably the easiest topic in the world because everybody is interested in it,” says Lilburne Opie, founder and CEO of Dubai-based company Linen Obsession, when we meet for this interview. She’s talking about sleep, which, like breathing, eating and drinking, is a vital necessity. “Even if you get enough time in bed, […] November 14, 2022
Employment Higher wages in Emirates entice Filipino expats to invest Four-fifths of Filipino expats in the UAE plan to make investments in the next 12 months as rising wages and a strong dollar give them greater purchasing power back home. The UAE’s official population statistics do not provide a breakdown by nationality, although by unofficial estimates there are around 560,000 Filipinos living in the UAE, […] November 9, 2022
Opinion Banking & Finance Five financial tips: How to beat the inflation crunch Our new personal finance columnist explores ways to manage your money through turbulent times October 27, 2022
Opinion Employment Companies must find ways to improve workplace wellbeing Investing in staff wellbeing will be small compared to the costs associated with replacing top performers, rising health insurance premiums, and increased absenteeism October 14, 2022
Opinion Employment When it comes to maternity leave, numbers in UAE just don’t add up It's time to recognise that women can thrive both at home and in their career after having a baby September 20, 2022
Opinion Employment If you really want the job, lock down your socials An ill-advised Instagram video or tweet might be the difference between getting an interview and not. Don't give bosses an excuse not to hire you September 14, 2022
UAE tops ‘digital lifestyle’ rankings amid investment push The UAE ranks among the world’s leading countries in several digital life indexes. It’s the first globally in terms of mobile internet speed, with the average speed in being 134.48 megabytes per second (Mbps) compared with the global average of 30 Mbps, according to a report published by the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory […] September 5, 2022
Opinion Employment Creating a culture of trust at work How to structure meetings that encourage expression of diverse points of view September 1, 2022
Long read Retail From Chauf-fur to diamond dog collars, UAE pet sector booms Whether it’s on a doggie cut and blow dry, a luxury kennel stay, or the finest food and bling accessories, UAE households spend nearly a quarter of a billion dollars on their four-legged friends every year. Market research firm Euromonitor International estimates that the UAE pet care industry will be valued at around AED854.4 million […] August 29, 2022
