By Matein Khalid I had recommended SAP shares at €82 in the Gulf financial press in early 2018 as its then CEO Bill McDermott committed the firm to the digital transformation of the UAE at Dubai’s World Government Summit. I published a second article on August 7, 2019 tilted “German software colossus SAP shares will more than double by 2023!”. The shares were €104 in Frankfurt on […]
By Arabian Post Staff Landmark Group announced the opening of its fully-automated Mega Distribution Centre (DC) at JAFZA, Dubai – the largest of its kind in the GCC. The Group invested over AED 1 billion with a firm strategy to further strengthen its supply chain capabilities and build a facility that can serve as a logistics and distribution hub for the region. The Mega DC will also […]
By Arabian Post Staff A surge in arrivals over the summer months accelerated Dubai’s tourism momentum, as the city welcomed 12.08 million international overnight visitors in the first nine months of 2019, according to the latest visitation figures released by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism). The strong 4.3 per cent increase in volume growth compared to the same period last year was supported […]
Airbus celebrates 10-years of partnership with Strata shaping the UAE’s aerospace industry, highlighting key milestones achieved with the UAE-based manufacturer throughout the past decade. As part of the UAE’s drive to create a world-class aerospace industry to deliver on its diversification strategy, Airbus is increasing its Middle Eastern footprint through industry cooperation with local entities to contribute to the nation’s economic growth. Abu Dhabi-based Strata Manufacturing has […]
Mirabaud, the banking and finance group founded in Geneva in 1819, in partnership with SBK Holding, has officially opened its Abu Dhabi office operations. The newly opened subsidiary, Mirabaud (Abu Dhabi) Ltd, will offer domestic and international wealth management advisory, business development, succession planning support as well as other investment services to its clientele in Abu Dhabi and wider UAE focusing on local families, their networks, and […]
[ad_1] Author: Mon, 2019-10-21 16:02 DUBAI: Mariah Carey stepped out in a gorgeous gown by Dubai-based designer Furne One, founder of Amato Couture, as crowds gathered at Burj Park on Sunday night to mark the one-year countdown to Expo 2020. Carey sparkled in a full-length studded dress featuring intricate patterns and Swarovski crystals. She has been spotted in one of Amato Couture’s gowns before, at the Cannes Film […]
Research and advisory firm Oxford Business Group (OBG) will launch The Report: Dubai 2020, its new analysis of the emirate’s economic development and investment opportunities, on Monday, December 9 at Nasdaq Dubai, The Exchange Building, DIFC. The event will include a roundtable, titled “Dubai Beyond Expo 2020”, at which leading representatives from the public and private sectors will share their views on how best to ensure the legacy of the world expo benefits the […]
Starting a company in the UAE is straightforward for both locals and foreigners. The following simple steps will guide you on how to start your company without any issues:
By Arabian Post Staff Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low cost carrier, has signed a firm order for 120 Airbus aircraft comprising 73 A320neos, 27 A321neos and 20 A321XLRs. The agreement was signed at the 2019 Dubai Airshow in the presence of Air Arabia’s Chairman Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohammed Al Thani, Adel Ali, Chief Executive Officer Air Arabia and Guillaume Faury, […]
By Arabian Post Staff The changing landscape of the US$360 trillion (Dh1,321 trillion) global wealth is now more than four times the global GDP of US$88 trillion. The wealth per adult reached a new record high of US$70,850, or 1.2% above the level of mid-2018 with Switzerland topping the biggest gains in wealth per adult this year, according to a latest report by Credit Suisse. Aggregate global […]
By Arabian Post Staff Emaar Properties recorded robust increase in net profit by 20 per cent during the third quarter (July to September) of 2019 to AED 1.331 billion (US$ 362 million), compared to the net profit of AED 1.110 billion (US$ 302 million) during the same period in 2018. Revenue also grew by 14 per cent to AED 6.075 billion (US$ 1.654 billion) during third quarter […]
By Matein Khalid I literally laughed when I heard that Goldman Sachs put a valuation range of $1.6 to $2.3 trillion on the Saudi Aramco IPO. One, a valuation range of $700 million only means the Goldie analyst bankers (deal promoters?) are clueless about what Saudi Aramco is really worth. Two, I cannot fathom how the financial markets will assign a valuation of 17 to 23 times […]
By Arabian Post Staff Air Arabia announced a record net profit of AED 471 million for the three months ending September 30, 2019; an increase of 57 per cent compared to the AED 300 million reported for the same period last year. The company’s turnover for the third quarter of 2019 increased by 12 per cent to AED 1.438 billion, compared to AED 1.282 billion in the […]
By Saifur Rahman Dubai: Emirates Group, which includes Emirates Airline and its ground handling and ticketing arm Dnata, reported an 8 percent growth in profits to Dh1.2 billion (US$320 million), despite a 2 percent decline in group revenues to Dh53.3 billion (US$14.5 billion) for the first six months of 2019-2020 financial year, starting April 1, 2019, compared to Dh54.4 billion (US$14.8 billion), during the same period last year, due to unfavourable […]
Mohamed Said Guedi, a Somaliland-Djibouti dual national, has been running successful businesses in East Africa, the Middle East and Europe. He is an entrepreneur who grew several businesses from start-ups to millions in annual sales through effective business planning, quality of products, creative sales techniques and innovative marketing.
Saudi Arabia’s energy-sector manufacturing – industrial activities that are principally related to the energy value-chain – are set for robust growth in the coming decade, not only adding to the Kingdom’s exports but also promoting job creation among highly-skilled Saudis and strengthening the Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) sector, reports the findings of the first-of-its-kind study on the Saudi industrial and energy manufacturing landscape by GE. Unveiled […]
Ren Zhengfei, founder and CEO of Huawei recently met with a contingent of media from across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to share his thoughts on the region’s bold digital transformation efforts—and Huawei ‘s plans for supporting local partners to scale digital services to more people, homes, and organizations than ever before. The global executive acknowledged the Arab world’s long and profound history, particularly its […]
By Diyari Salih On the first of October, Iraq witnessed enormous protests against the government and the political elite in this country. Later, the prime minister, Adel Abdul Mahdi, announced many reform packages. He also declared that a committee would be established to investigate the actions of violence executed against the protesters. No one believed in these governmental procedures. Thus, a new wave of protests engulfed Iraq’s […]
You’re splashing on an awesome set of shoes on the web. They’re coming after weeks of excitement. They’re too close (don’t worry, scale chart!!). Or maybe the legs are of course two different lengths and maybe you only had to get those heels out of the clearance rack and though they’re quarter-size too low. Usually, shoes loosen normally as you carry them from location to location, but […]
By Arabian Post Staff Abu Dhabi announced the establishment of the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the first graduate level, research-based AI university in the world. MBZUAI will enable graduate students, businesses, and governments to advance artificial intelligence. MBZUAI will introduce a new model of academia and research to the field of AI, providing students and faculty access to some of the world’s most […]
Many people are embracing cryotherapy as a holistic treatment for muscle recovery. This treatment was popularized by many athletes and celebrities who credited cryotherapy for more than just muscle recovery. Cryotherapy helps in muscle regeneration, rejuvenates your skin, and boosting your immune system. As cryotherapy continues to flourish throughout the world, Dubai has not been left behind. Many folks are reaping the benefits of visiting the cryotherapy […]
A 3d printer will enable you to print almost anything from the comfort of your home. 3D printing is transforming the way specialists design and create things. When 3d was first introduced, people thought that they would not need to visit the stores anymore. They believed that they could download pre-made designs and print them. Understanding the 3D Printer Before deciding to start your 3d printing adventure, […]
Most companies invest in training their employees to equip them with the relevant skill to perform specific jobs. Training enhances a workers’ performance and prepares him for future jobs and promotions. After training, employees can meet various challenges faced in the workplace. The leading companies in the UAE take their new entrants through relevant training to enable them to perform their jobs as expected. Employees who go […]
By Arabian Post Staff Bahrain’s Al Waha Fund of Funds has announced a substantial investment in Beijing-based MSA Capital – its first investment in a Chinese fund. MSA Capital, the most active Chinese fund in the Gulf, plans to use Bahrain as its “hub for regional expansion”. It will work closely with regulators, entrepreneurs and strategic corporate partners to connect growing companies in the region with capital and […]
