IMF cuts global growth forecast
The International Monetary Fund once again cut its outlook for the global economy, warning Tuesday that economic turmoil in China and financial contagion throughout...
Consumer confidence declined among Middle Easterners
Consumer confidence declined in four of six Middle East and Africa markets in Q1 2013, reflecting negative sentiments about personal finances and job prospects,...
GCC Real Estate in Q1 of 2013
· Markets continued to maintain uptrend in 1Q13
· UAE and Saudi markets continue to lead while Kuwaiti market catches up
· Government support & improved...
What is the economic outlook for Middle East and North Africa?
Back in January we were cautiously optimistic about the global economy, now we are cautious.
Given that the global economy is basically slowing down, the...
Striking image of Earth by Russian satellite
What does it feel like to orbit Planet Earth?
A new photo of the Earth from space highlights the striking beauty and intensely rich colors...
IMF revised further global growth forecast
Global growth is projected to slow to 3.1 percent in 2016 before recovering to 3.4 percent in 2017, according to the International Monetary Fund's...
G20: Another stimulus package no good news for emerging economies, India
The G20 summit kicks off in Cannes on Thursday under the shadow of escalating euro zone worries. World markets have been in turmoil after...
UN Reports Record High Global Unemployment
In a time of disturbing economic instability global unemployment scores a record increase according to a report by the UN. Young people will be...
MENA Youth Unemployment Rate Highest Worldwide
Over 30% of the youth in MENA region is unemployed. In addition, more than 40% of the young people are not active. This means, that...
Oscars Fashion: Best Looking Couples on the Red Carpet
There's more to the stars' big red-carpet arrival at the Oscars than just looking absolutely fabulous. For a number of the nominees at Sunday's...
Outlook 2020: Global Growth Can Endure Over the Coming Year
Citi Private Bank today released its Outlook report for 2020, titled, “Staying Positive in a Negative (Yielding) World.” The twice-yearly publication provides in-depth insights...
IMF warns of possible crises in the emerging markets
An exodus of cash from emerging markets in recent years is closely tied to developing economies’ slower growth rates and could end with financial...
Global Internet ad spend outpaces other media
With consumer confidence up and brands looking to reconnect, spending on advertising is on the rise—around the globe and across media types. TV, newspapers,...
CFM International reports second highest orders year in its history
CFM International (CFM) is having the second highest orders year in its history. Through October, the company has logged orders in for nearly 2,200...
2014 Big Idea: Return to a Normal Non-crisis Environment
The big idea for 2014 is: The final return to a normal non-crisis economic environment. Search for growth is the next step.
Every year in...
Wealth management firms revise approach to high net worth individuals
Wealth management firms and advisors need to provide a broader and more integrated set of capabilities to meet the complex needs of today’s high...
IMF Likely to Revise Global Growth Forecast Again
The International Monetary Fund may trim its global growth forecast once again this week, because of the situation in emerging countries. This was...
UAE Remains Top Talent Competitive Country in Middle East
Leading international business school INSEAD has released the latest Global Talent Competitiveness Index, which measures nation’s competitiveness based on the quality of talent it...