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Dh16.4 million Polo Homes villa is out-of-the-way luxury
A six-bedroom villa in Emaar's luxury Polo Homes development has gone on the market for Dh16.4 million - complete with views over the polo field and the sound of galloping horses.
Home Centre chief executive started on the floor and rose to the boardroom
As the chief executive of Home Centre, Médéric Payne says his career has seen him work his way up from the shop floor to the boardroom.
Dubai to extend roll out of free Wi-Fi to all of emirate
Wi-Fi UAE, launched last year by Smart Dubai and the operator du in 200 locations in the emirate, is now available across 300, including its public transport network.
Dubai Design District phase two and three to be ready by 2019 and 2021
The creative community is now home to over 160 companies, 40 per cent of which are local firms with 60 per cent international names.
Weak economies have put region’s retail margins under pressure
The retail sector is hurt by a variety of global factors, including soft oil prices and a strong dollar making the UAE more expensive.
Etihad teams up with Abu Dhabi Sports Council to promote emirate as global sporting hub
At least 15 events will be covered under the new partnership, including this month’s professional cycling race, the Abu Dhabi Tour.
Malls of the UAE: Al Ain Mall keeps its authentic feel and knows its core audience
Al Ain Mall is a premium to luxury mall bang in the centre of the city – for a retail centre it would be hard to get a better location.
Bundle deals and discounts are Gitex Shopper 2016 highlights
Visitors to the electronics show will be offered bundle deals and discounts on a myriad of products.
Would you trust Apple’s virtual assistant to transfer your money? No Siri.
Mashreq has teamed up with Apple's Siri to allow customers to make money transfers of up to Dh500 via the digital assistant.
Sharjah launches bid for 30% increase in foreign direct investment
The Ministry of Economy has stated that the investment law will allow 100 per cent ownership in some sectors outside free zones.
IDC reveals UAE slump in smartphone sales
Nevertheless, mobile phone makers are still targeting the region, with opportunities for growth in the mid-market and value offerings.
UAE’s private-sector employers ready to hire
Over a third of UAE companies hiring in the next three months are looking to fill entry-level positions with, more than 10 per cent looking for mid-career positions with no managerial responsibilities.
Mobile app VoucherSkout is new kid on the UAE voucher block
The mobile app VoucherSkout, introduced this month, reduces the cost of products and services across six sectors by 50 per cent.
River deep, price high at super luxury Dubai villa
A luxury villa with its own private river, in Dubai’s Al Barari development, has gone on the market for Dh24m.
Lamprell cautions on revenue for next year
The London-listed rig maker from Sharjah expects next year's revenue to decline, but its stock rose when it said it would cut costs.
