Oliver Cornock Archive
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May 24, 2011
Mubadala's possible $13bn investment in the South American country may well prove a sign of things to come as the West's appeal wanes for Gulf investors. Read Article Brazil seems a perfect match for Abu Dhabi
Feb 20, 2011
A Tunisian's self-immolation in December set off a cascade of uprisings, all motivated in large measure by the disappointments and angst of a generation. Read Article Creating employment remains the challenge
Nov 22, 2010
Another round of quantitative easing could ease pressure, but cheap credit can be dangerous. Read Article Steady hand needed at till as QE2 launches
Oct 04, 2010
The possibility of a railway network in the Gulf is again being considered after years of being ignored. Read Article Rail links must stay on track in Gulf countries
Mar 24, 2010
Things have changed quickly in Oman. Forty years ago, the gates of Muscat were locked every night. Locals carried torches to light their way and knives to ensure their security. There were three schools in the entire country. Read Article Oman looks to the future with a keen eye on the past
Dec 17, 2009
The UAE and others have trouble ensuring that their larders stay stocked because free trade in foodstuffs is anything but free as protectionist barriers stand. Read Article Food security keeps its place at the table
Aug 17, 2009
The economic interests of the US and the Gulf have drawn closer as the dollar has stabilised and sovereign funds are proving more palatable to Americans. Read Article Better times smile on Geithner's visit
Jul 08, 2009
The UAE economy effectively went from the greenhouse to the icehouse in the last quarter of 2008, so what does the future hold? Read Article After the drought, expect to see a flood of mergers
Jun 13, 2009
There is nothing quite like a Goldman Sachs research note to rally one's faith in the invisible hand of the market. Read Article Cashing in on the dynamics of crude
May 30, 2009
For a brief moment sovereign wealth was seen by some western politicians as a threat to their economic independence. Read Article SWFs are sheep in wolves' clothing
