Many of the concerns that had been weighing on Dubai’s economy in the aftermath of the 2008 global financial crisis look to have been laid to rest this past year, with the emirate consolidating its...
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Economic Update | Dubai Year in Review 2013
7 Jan 2014
Economic Update | Looking to stabilise Dubai’s real estate market
10 Dec 2013
As property prices in Dubai continue their rise, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has issued new mortgage regulations designed to limit speculation and help ensure the long-term stability of the...
Economic Update | Dubai’s education sector set to benefit from rise in demand
20 Nov 2013
Increasing demand for schools and universities from both expatriates and nationals is paving the way for growth in Dubai’s education sector.
Economic Update | New mall developments signal cautious recovery in Dubai’s retail market
17 Oct 2013
Rising demand and a recovering economy are driving growth in Dubai’s retail sector, with a sharp increase in new mall space suggesting that it is beginning to shake off the doldrums of the global...
Economic Update | Dubai invests in online government services
2 Oct 2013
The government in Dubai has launched a new online public services initiative, designed to make access easier and faster. Known as Dubai Smart Government (DSG), the scheme replaces the existing e-...
Economic Update | Dubai focuses on Islamic finance as part of its economic diversification strategy
2 Sep 2013
Plans to establish Dubai’s credentials as a centre for Islamic finance took a step forward in July with the opening of a new academic institution to train professionals for employment in the sector.