NBK Records Net Profits of $152m in Q1-2005 The National Bank of Kuwait (NBK), the country’s largest bank and the top-rated Arab bank, posted net profits of $152m in the …
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The quickest way to get to Karup in the North West of Jutland from Copenhagen is to take a 45-minute internal flight. Looking out of the 50-seater, ATR 42 turbo …
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After Lebanese industry had to cope with an arduous first half of 2005, Syria’s closure of its borders to cargo shipments from Lebanon dealt manufacturers another blow. Executive asked Fadi …
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BLC Bank and Libano-Suisse Insurance have presented the first fruits of a new product partnership that enhances the choices of consumer loan customers in Lebanon. Along with a line of …
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With a premium volume of $180 million in 2004, life insurance realized a rise of near 30% over 2003 and accounted for more than 31% of the total reported premium …
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Arab Bank Group Records 40% Growth in 2004 Profits Jordan-based Arab Bank Group, one of the Middle East’s leading financial institutions, reported record profits in 2004 amid better yields in …
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“In February, get your nose done with a special discount,” ran the ad placed by plastic surgeon Dr. Elie Gharios on his website. With a price of only $700 instead …
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Economy and Finance Riyadh Bank Posts 26% Growth in 2004 Profits Riyadh Bank, the second largest Saudi bank, released its 2004 figures featuring a growth of 26% in net income …
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The CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi Levant discusses the political and economic factors impeding the growth of the advertising industry in Lebanon. Economic recession, political instability and the advertising industry …
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Lebanon’s buoyant tourist boom means that more luxury hotels are springing up in Beirut. A Hilton and Four Seasons are currently works in progress and at least three boutique hotels …