May 27, 2012
Bahrain's economy is struggling to attract investment after last year's unrest, as the former banking capital of the Middle East attempts to reshape itself and projects are restarted in an effort to spur growth. Read Article Bahrain seeks economic kick-start
Sep 26, 2011
Euro Zone: Can French banks exposed to the Greek debt crisis weather the financial storm? Read Article French banks under the spotlight
Sep 13, 2011
The Wires: European stocks fell, extending a two-year low, as French banks tumbled amid mounting concern that the sovereign-debt crisis is hurting interbank lending. Read Article Euro stocks fall as French banking shares tumble
Mar 17, 2011
Bahrain in Focus: Dozens of staff from top international banks, law firms and other companies have relocated to Dubai as the kingdom's financial harbour shuts down and a state of emergency is called Read Article Exodus in Bahrain as bank staff take flight
Aug 29, 2010
For years, Libya laboured under a socialist system. Credit cards and ATMs were virtually unheard of and major purchases were made in cash. But as the country opens up, all that is changing. Read Article Libyans get hotline to credit
Aug 21, 2010
Investors in the UAE are piling into foreign exchange as low volumes and moribund prices steer them away from trading in shares. Read Article Investors seek safety in forex markets
Aug 18, 2010
Second-largest economy aims to diversify its assets. Read Article China looks to invest in UAE
Aug 07, 2010
Violations of the 1995 oil-for-food programme imposed on Iraq are still emerging. As the West tightens sanctions on Iran, the kickbacks and bribes deployed by companies to breach restrictions in Iraq must serve as a warning of what may lie in store. Read Article Iraq embargo food for thought
Aug 03, 2010
Oil has climbed above US$80 per barrel for the first time since May, riding a stock market rally and renewed optimism about economic recovery. Read Article Recovery hopes lift oil price
