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UAE foreign trade bucks global trend to rise 25%

The flow of goods in and out of the UAE surged 25 per cent to a record high of Dh1 trillion last year. Pawan Singh / The National

The flow of goods in and out of the UAE defied global headwinds to surge 25 per cent to a record high of Dh1 trillion last year, a senior trade official says. Read Article UAE foreign trade bucks global trend to rise 25%

Al Jaber Group set to replace its chief executive

Al Jaber derives much of its business from contracts with the Government and government-related companies to build infrastructure. Ryan Carter / The National

Al Jaber Group, one of Abu Dhabi's most prominent family conglomerates, is seeking a new chief executive amid a major financial restructuring with its lenders. Read Article Al Jaber Group set to replace its chief executive

Showdown over shrunken cola cans

Different sizes, same price: the 330ml Coke, 355ml Pepsi and 300ml Coke are all sold at Dh1.50. The National

Distributors of Coca-Cola and Pepsi have been summoned for showdown talks with officials on Sunday as the two sides seek a breakthrough in a row over the price of drink cans. Read Article Showdown over shrunken cola cans

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Northern Iraq's reserves put oil majors in a quandary

Kurdistan is eager for the world's biggest oil companies to develop reserves that are estimated to be as large as Libya's. It hopes oil can deliver it from the shadow of Saddam Hussein.

April Yee

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Doubts over Egypt's $3.2bn IMF loan

The economic affairs committee of Egypt's parliament has not yet seen a proposal from the IMF for an emergency loan package, casting doubt on the loan.

Farah Halime

Dana Gas drags on morning markets

Markets Update: Local markets hover close to negative territory in early trading as shares in Dana Gas tumbled into the red. Read Article Dana Gas drags on morning markets

Etisalat begins shutting down its Indian network

Etisalat is to shut down its operation in India after its joint venture there was stripped of its license. Read Article Etisalat begins shutting down its Indian network

Dubai's Al Sufouh Tram project back on track

Dubai has raised $675 million in funds to restart the Al Sufouh Tram project that has been stalled for the last three years. Read Article Dubai's Al Sufouh Tram project back on track

Potato seedlings a sign of potential for growth

From oil prospectors to potato specialists, businessmen are filling up Erbil as they seek a foothold in Kurdistan's underdeveloped economy. Read Article Potato seedlings a sign of potential for growth

JCDecaux bags billboard rights

JCDecaux, the world's largest outdoor advertising company, has launched new divisions in Dubai and Oman. Read Article JCDecaux bags billboard rights

Middle East performance a bright spot for Dell sales

Dell says its Middle East business is outperforming its units in developed markets, amid a gloomier global picture in which the Texas-based computer manufacturer reported an 18 per cent drop in net profit. Read Article Middle East performance a bright spot for Dell sales

Doubts over Egypt's $3.2bn IMF loan

The economic affairs committee of Egypt's parliament has not yet seen a proposal from the IMF for an emergency loan package, casting doubt on the loan. Read Article Doubts over Egypt's $3.2bn IMF loan

Higher oil likely to help Gulf chemical makers

What's Up: Regional petrochemical producers will see their margins grow thanks to higher crude prices Read Article Higher oil likely to help Gulf chemical makers

Eshraq shares rise, raising questions

What's Down: The inexplicable doubling of Eshraq Properties share price in the last four weeks might sound like a good thing, but a look at its results for last year suggest otherwise. Read Article Eshraq shares rise, raising questions

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GCC cannot thrive on oil revenue alone

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Big games and big gains

The Life: Major events like the Olympics, the Formula One Grand Prix, and the FIFA World Cup present unique marketing opportunities for tourism boards to promote their destinations.

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Google searches out a Web trend in UAE

The Life: Google's regional manager explains the "research online, purchase offline" phenomenon in the finance and automotive industries.

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Abu Dhabi rents set to fall further this year

Rents in Abu Dhabi will continue to fall as supply outpaces demand. Above, construction work at the Al Raha beach development. Duncan Chard / Bloomberg News

Renting a villa or flat is set to get even cheaper in Abu Dhabi this year, while in Dubai the property market is on the move once more. Read Article Abu Dhabi rents set to fall further this year

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Who wants to be a millionaire entrepreneur? Du lays down TV challenge to UAE

Ten small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) will be shortlisted to take part in the show produced by du, titled The Entrepreneur, which is set to air on Dubai One later this year. Sarah Dea / The National

Entrepreneurs in the UAE are being invited to compete for a Dh1 million cash prize in a reality TV show being launched by du. Read Article Who wants to be a millionaire entrepreneur? Du lays down TV challenge to UAE

Birds-eye view of the action with video game that flies

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