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A New Era For The Gulf's Luxury Market

The state of luxury is in flux. The concept that a luxury good is a status symbol is rapidly being replaced by that of experiences. With economic headwinds impacting the global economy, we delve into how the GCC’s luxury market is coping, and why its future remains a positive one.

The Far Side Of Fashion

In a wide-ranging interview with Gulf Business, the founder, co-chairman and CEO of multibillion-dollar luxury e-retailer Farfetch, José Neves, reveals how the online giant is setting new rules for the sector, and why its next step is to break out of the digital realm.

Bringing A Data Giant To Dubai

Alteryx chairman and CEO Dean Stoecker talks with Gulf Business about the importance of data analysis in today’s business environment, and why Dubai was the obvious choice for the tech company’s newest office.

The Changing Face Of Real Estate In The GCC

AFTER A CHALLENGING DECADE FOR THE GCC'S REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY, WE LOOK AT WHAT INVESTORS CAN EXPECT FROM THE MARKET OVER THE NEXT 12 MONTHS

Shahzad Ahmed

Chairman and CEO of Blue Ocean Group

Wired

WE TEST DRIVE THE NEW MERCEDES-BENZ EQC 400 4MATIC – THE MARQUE’S FIRST ALL-ELECTRIC CAR – IN OSLO

Smart Cities: The Future Of Urban Living

Dr. Tarig Enaya, SVP enterprise at Saudi Telecom company, explains how smart technology is enhancing urban life, and shaping the cities of the future.

On A Diplomatic Mission

Since his appointment as the UAE’s Ambassador to the Court of St James in 2016, His Excellency Sulaiman Hamid Al Mazroui has worked to boost ties between the UAE and UK. Ian Fairservice met with the ambassador to talk trade, culture and diplomacy.

Building For The Future

As CEO of WASL Asset Management group, he Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim is responsible for one of the largest real estate management companies in Dubai. In an exclusive interview, he talks growth, iconic projects, and the fate of the Emirate’s real estate market.

Qatar Rift Shows No Signs Of Ending

The rift between Qatar and its Gulf neighbours Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the UAE showed no signs of abating in June despite efforts to mediate the dispute.

The Path To A Greener Tomorrow

Public-private partnerships can help Dubai establish sustainable tourism practices, says Solaiman Al Rifai

The Buildings Of Tomorrow: Are They Here Yet?

As 3D printing becomes ubiquitous in several industries, the construction sector is starting to adopt the technology, especially in places like Dubai

The Man Behind Dubai's Affordable Housing Boom

Construction and real estate billionaire Rizwan Sajan details his journey to the top and where he plans to take Danube Group next

Fintech Comes To The Fore

With advances in financial technology developing at pace, we look at how the GCC fits into the global picture

Fintech Trends In GCC Banking

Sudeep Nair, senior director at Cedar Management Consulting International, examines the key aspects of FinTech that the region’s banks must consider in the coming months

Building A Hospitality Empire

Kunal Lahori, founder of Create Hospitality, reveals how his company has made its mark on Dubai’s notoriously crowded food and beverage industry

Social Commerce And Opportunities For Businesses

Your customers want to buy in social media channels, so why aren’t you selling to them there? Asks Sirish Kumar, CEO and co-founder of Telr.com

Abu Dhabi Leads The UAE In Affordable Accommodation

Real estate authorities in Dubai should follow Abu Dhabi’s lead in providing rental options for low earners or risk areas becoming as unaffordable for the average population as parts of London, according to Cluttons’ head of research.

Engineering Financial Success

With assets under management of more than $5bn, numerous high profile investments, and ambitious growth plans, Jassim Alseddiqi’s Abu Dhabi Financial Group is riding the crest of a wave. In an exclusive interview, the CEO and MD explains how an engineer’s mindset has helped the firm become a UAE success story.

The New Mercedes- Benz S-Class

Exceptional style and a new level of luxury in “the best car in the world”

The UAE's Fast-Track Path To Becoming A Global Education Hub

Dr Kevin Dunseath explains how the UAE can become one of the world’s most sought after centres of learning

Behind The Scenes Of Patchi's Progress

Patchi UAE’s country general manager, Aline Ashkarian, explains how the confectioner continues to stay at the top of the chocolate market

Sanjay Raghunath

Chairman and managing director of Centena Group

The High Life

The Scottish Highlands has become a favourite spot for Gulf royals – unsurprising given the stunning natural scenery and rich history, says Neil King

Bose QuietComfort 35 ii

Having been impressed with the noise cancelling capabilities of the original Bose QuietComfort 35s when I reviewed them in mid-2016, I was more than happy to find a pair of the second-generation headphones in my stocking in December.

​Kuwait's Anti-Corruption Body Begins Investigation Into $1.1Bn Helicopter Deal

Kuwait’s anti-corruption authority has begun an investigation into a $1.1bn helicopter deal with France amid allegations of graft.