Business & Money | Thursday 11 August, 2016 9:45 am

Sabre Reports Quarterly Financial Results

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), one of the global leaders in travel technology solutions, reported its second quarter 2016 financial results this week.   “Sabre second quarter results build on our growing and consistent track record of solid execution,” said Tom Klein,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 11 August, 2016 8:53 am

59% of holidaymakers buy their travel insurance as late as just days before their departure

Huge numbers of UAE citizens are risking missing out on valuable cover by neglecting to arrange their travel policies until the last hour, alarming insurance providers of the potential that holiday goers may not understand the value and necessity for these products to ensure a safe and happy...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 10 August, 2016 5:15 pm

Over 6.5 Million KSA Consumers Impacted by Cybercrime in Past Year

Norton by Symantec (NASDAQ: SYMC) today released its findings from the Norton Cybersecurity Insights Report, revealing that over 6.5 million people in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) experienced cybercrime in the last year. Surveying 1,000 individuals in the KSA, the research discusses the...

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Cars & Autos | Wednesday 10 August, 2016 12:07 pm

GMC’s 10 Tips for Trouble-Free Trailering

Before setting off with a trailer in tow for your weekend desert or Mountain escape, cross country road trip or weekend boating adventure, GMC offers a few tips and reminders to help ensure your experience is safe, fun and easy.   1. Under pressure. Proper tire inflation is essential...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 10 August, 2016 8:37 am

GCC fertilizer capacity to expand by 14% over the next five years, says GPCA report

Fertilizer production in the Arabian Gulf is set to expand to 43.1 million tons in the next five years, according to a new report by the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA). At 37.8 million tons, the GCC’s current fertilizer capacity earns US$6.3billion in sales revenue,...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 10 August, 2016 7:39 am

Marka Announces Q2 2016 Financial Results

Marka PJSC (DFM: MARKA), the first retail-focused listed company in the UAE, today released its interim financial results for the second quarter of 2016. For the three months ending 30th June 2016, the company reported total revenue of AED 89.5 million, an increase of 18.2% compared to Q1 2016....

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Business & Money | Wednesday 10 August, 2016 2:45 am

Saudi Arabian firms display mixed sentiments for Q3, 2016

Dun & Bradstreet South Asia Middle East Ltd (D&B) in association with the National Commercial Bank released the D&B Business Optimism Index (BOI) survey for Saudi Arabia for Q3, 2016. The survey reveals mixed sentiments for firms in Saudi Arabia.  “Despite some recovery in ...

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Cars & Autos | Tuesday 9 August, 2016 10:44 am


Deciphering and Decoding the Most Common Dashboard Warning Lights

We have all experienced that vexing moment when we are casually driving to our destination, and suddenly – out of nowhere – a flashing warning light appears on our dashboard. We’re all too familiar with the feelings of sheer panic and confusion that often ensue.   The...

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Cars & Autos | Tuesday 9 August, 2016 9:49 am

H1 2016 Worldwide Sales Results

Groupe Renault announced record sales for the first half of 2016. In H1 2016, in a global automotive market up 2.5%, Groupe Renault’s registrations grew strongly by 13.4% to 1.57 million vehicles. Market share was up 0.3 points at 3.5%. “Our market share grew across all regions, with ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 9 August, 2016 9:27 am

Emirates NBD CIO Weekly: More of the Same

Global equity markets continue to be range-bound, in spite of the ongoing easing efforts by policy makers, not least the monetary stimulus announced Thursday by the BOE’s governor and the monetary and fiscal measures devised by the Japanese authorities. In spite of the strong US...

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