Feb 11, 2013
Bounced cheques: HSBC warns that decriminalising security cheques could lead to a drop in bank lending if the Emirates does not press ahead with a federal credit bureau. Read Article UAE banks fear 'no jail for bounced cheques' and call for credit bureau
Feb 11, 2013
Markets Wrap: Emaar Properties rose the most in more than six months as investors drove the share price closer to the developer's book value. Read Article Investors drive Emaar price closer to book value
Feb 08, 2013
Syrian and Iranian nationals are among residents being shut out of the global financial system as banks refuse to serve some customers from countries affected by sanctions. Read Article Banks turn away Iran and Syria nationals
Feb 02, 2013
On Your Side: Our resident consumer advocate Keren Bobker answers questions on closing UAE bank accounts, the pros and cons of limited contracts, and one reader's work-visa quandary. Read Article How to close your bank account when leaving the UAE
Jan 24, 2013
Nearly 3,000 youths will gather for a rugby tournament at the Sevens grounds this weekend. Read Article Junior rugby festival kicks off in Dubai
Dec 25, 2012
Robert Crossman has had a bird's-eye view since the credit bubble burst. The head of HSBC's retail banking and wealth management says a more disciplined sector means a positive future. Read Article Risk perspective puts HSBC in safe hands
Dec 20, 2012
The People's Bank of China triggered a scramble among lenders around the world when it began easing controls on the yuan's international use in 2010. Read Article Scramble to join China bandwagon
Dec 12, 2012
HSBC, the UK's biggest bank by market value, is to make a record $1.9 billion payment to settle money-laundering allegations by US authorities. Read Article HSBC in record $1.9bn penalty payment to US
Dec 09, 2012
The US bank has almost doubled its regional staff base to more than 200 in the past two years, as it looks to challenge rival HSBC. Read Article JPMorgan focuses on local services as it expands in Middle East
Dec 09, 2012
A slew of credit ratings downgrades this year has thrown the traditional hierarchy of global banks into disarray. Read Article Banking titans on a low pegging after credit ratings cut
