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Gulf states launch emergency efforts to control prices, Egypt inflation hits 19.7%.

There are many reasons for one to be positive about the prospects of Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) economies.

Islamic financial regulator to host review of first standardised Islamic contract.

Dubai-based National Central Cooling Company announces plans to sell up to $500mn of sukuk.

With the US economy flatlining, Asia appears to be the silver lining in increasingly gloomy times.

Supply growth surges at second-fastest pace in five years, up more than a third at end of December.

State-owned utility shuts syndication of $2bn one-year Islamic loan, banking source says.

Hong Kong is hoping to get one step ahead of the Middle East by turning itslef into an Islamic finance centre. So far, the signs are good with high level talks already underway. But can it really succeed? Heda Bayron reports from Hong Kong.

Standard Chartered has opened a small to medium business banking centre after its portfolio grew 400%.

Standard Chartered predicts Gulf Arab states will revalue together, expecting appreciation of 8%.

To gain insight into the state of the Gulf economy in 2008 who better to turn to than the region's leading economists. David Westley asked HSBC's Simon Williams, Standard Chartered's Mary Nicola, EFG Hermes' Monica Malik and Moody's' Tristan Cooper to give us their views on what 2008 holds in store for businesses across the region.

Kuwaiti firm proposes launch of $300mn murabaha facility to target region.

The most crucial element of personal banking - decent customer service - has been left behind on the shelf by UAE lenders.

Sovereign funds are likely to lose influence to China's growing state war chest, economist says.

Sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) are likely to have a growing influence on financial markets, and could increase sixfold from their current value of US$2.2 trillion to $13.4 trillion in 10 years' time, according to a study by Standard Chartered Bank.

Brokers and banks attempting to lure trading experts from UAE steel firms.

Leading bank signs deal as approved bank for Dubai Land Department.

The first Kuwaiti sukuk programme has been introduced.

Official says government should 'take the initiative' to stem rising tide of bad debt in the UAE.

Bank predicts inflation of 9.3% for 2007, claims Abu Dhabi rent cap not helping tenants.

The complete guide to the cost of motoring - from buying to car insurance to the new road toll.

Most Gulf central banks look set to ride out dollar weakness, although Kuwait may opt for a second revaluation.

Naguib Sawiris is among four parties competing for a majority $100m stake in the bank.

Banks are rapidly expanding their Islamic banking portfolios as sharia-compliance gains worldwide recognition.

Gulf markets are watching the UAE to see if it too drops the dollar peg.

How long will it be before Sharia-compliant investment becomes the market's dominant force?

Fears over the direction of the country's nuclear ambitions halted this week's fall in oil prices.

Standard Chartered Bank has appointed Sultan Al Suwaidi as its chief advisor focusing on high-level strategy issues.

Move will deter speculators betting on a revaluation of the dollar-pegged currency.

Personal loans can provide a quick fix in times of need, but if you don't read the small print you could find yourself paying more than you ever bargained for.

Emirates Bank International plans to issue a 2-billion baht-denominated bond next week.

Standard Chartered’s UAE business grew 32% last year which led to the bank announcing significantly increased global profits of US$3.17bn for the year ending December 31 2006.

Public private partnership could be the next big opportunity for ME financial institutions.

Standard Chartered is among those who will manage the Dubai Islamic Bank's inaugural U.S. dollar sukuk.

Nigel Jones, the incoming CEO of Standard Chartered Bank UAE, explains how he intends to bring his experience of banking in other regions to benefit his new role.

Standard Chartered Bank has a long history of working in the Middle East and emerging markets. Alexandra Dubsky meets Christos Papadopoulos to discover why 90% of its profits are generated from those regions.

The UAE’s “auto ownership mania” has made the country a prime international market for carmakers – a business opportunity which has not escaped the local retail bankers. With a plethora of auto financing packages currently available in the marketplace, are car buyers getting a good deal?

Standard Chartered bank has renewed its deal to be title sponsor of the Dubai Marathon for another three years.

Should a future single GCC currency be pegged to the US Dollar or not? Alexandra Dubsky contemplates the pros and cons

Operating income and revenue show strong growth