IPO bankers face headwinds from Silicon Valley to Saudi Arabia

The top global banks’ fees from equity capital markets transactions are set to fall as much as 15 per cent this year

What comes next for the region’s aviation sector?

Earlier this year, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) downgraded its 2019 profit forecast for the global air transport industry

Why developers in Dubai must align to changing consumer trends in real estate

The time is ripe for change in the city’s approach to real estate

Sustainability: the economic argument for investors

While economic growth is essential, it needs to deliver inclusive and positive social impact without leaving a negative footprint on the environment

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Explainer: Factors disrupting the GCC’s logistics industry

Technology and economic headwinds are having a major impact on the logistics sector, says Hisham Albahar, group CEO of Posta Plus

Here’s why you should say goodbye to your old ERP system

The cloud applications landscape has transformed and now provides mature enterprise grade solutions

UK: Is the worst over as yet?

The UK has technically evaded recession but as uncertainty around Brexit looms large, the economy continues to trudge along

Can the higher committee of real estate control Dubai’s housing supply?

The committee aims to create a comprehensive plan for the emirate’s real estate sector and to add value to projects

How to become the best version of yourself

It is important to see yourself as the person you wish to become

Explainer: Is it a good time for international FMCGs to expand in the GCC?

Krishan Kumar Chutani, CEO of Dabur International, says that despite growing competition and changing consumer tastes, the regional market offers strong potential for growth

Tips for UAE customers, retailers to get the best out of White Friday

Retailers, logistics providers, consumers alike – all are gearing up for White Friday. These tips will have you sorted before the anticipated event

Will 5G technology actually revolutionse the GCC telecoms landscape?

Telecom operators in the Middle East are going all-in on 5G. But is it really the future?

Workplace diversity: Why it is crucial and how tech can help

Is employee behaviour putting your company at risk?

To run a successful business and transform people into true assets, employee management is key

The UAE’s new insolvency law: What we know so far

The new insolvency law is expected to come into force in January 2020

Digital transformation in the GCC: How can companies adapt and thrive?

The imperative for businesses is to engineer new products, services and connected experiences that transform relationships with customers

As UAE joins the race for space, what’s next?

With the UAE recently sending the Arab region’s first astronaut to the ISS, is it ready to cross the final frontier and boldly go where no man has gone before?

Rethinking women’s empowerment in the regional workplace

The very term “empowerment of women” assumes an inherent lack in a woman’s abilities, opines the Saudi princess

New trade routes: Scramble for the Arctic

Thawing ice caused by climate change could lead to big changes for trade. But not everyone is warming to the idea

Tech transformation: Is Dubai closer to achieving its smart city ambitions?

As Dubai’s ambitious smart city strategy rapidly takes shape, industry players opine on the pace of change and challenges to adoption

What is the future of food imports in the GCC?

Live sheep are again being sent by boat from Australia, and bird flu fears remain an ever-present threat to the chicken supply

How the Gulf can win the US-China geopolitics game

The UAE is viewed as a gateway for around 60 per cent of Chinese exports to the Middle East

Four inexpensive ways businesses can scale customer calls

Increasing inbound lead volumes can drive revenues. Bringing about simple changes that help achieve just that

Exclusive: GE Steam Power’s global CCO on the GCC’s energy diversification strategy

Dr. Sacha Parneix dissects the complex world of energy diversification – and what is coming ahead in the region

Revealed: Four steps to secure funding for your startup in the UAE

Securing funds for early stage businesses can be a daunting task. As competition scales, here’s a look at a simple roadmap to help steer the way

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Explainer: What is the state of the GCC’s legal industry?

With the region’s regulatory landscape constantly evolving, practitioners have to keep pace, says Paul Jarvis, managing partner at Dentons

Following your passion is bad career advice

By all means, go after your dreams – just don’t give up the day job

Adapting to the new normal of oil

The last oil price downturn marked a sea change in strategic thinking

Are big companies in the UAE doing enough to foster young talent and startups?

A number of organisations are hosting their own startup hubs

How do you balance employee expectations and budgets in the Middle East?

As medical inflation across the region continues to outpace general inflation, this poses a significant concern for organisations

Five minutes with… John Martin St. Valery, chairman, British Business Group in Dubai

The BBG is seeing greater interest in face-to-face interaction in Dubai