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New research shows turnaround in reinsurance pricing outlook in Gulf region

2011-09-12 14:09:34 (читать в оригинале)

In a new market research report released today, leading professionals working in the reinsurance sector in the Gulf region of the Middle East reported increased confidence in the prospects for stronger pricing in the sector.

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BMI: UAE Food & Drink Report (Jul-11)

2011-09-12 12:55:00 (читать в оригинале)

With data hard to come by, assessing the state of the UAE consumer is not always clear-cut. Leadingup to 2009, the economy was booming, and the real estate market was in overdrive. High-spendingexpatriates flocked to Dubai, creating a fantastic platform for anyone involved in the premiumiseduniverse. Most of this momentum came to a grinding halt during the global financial crisis and stillremains quite a way off the pre-crisis peak. As a result, high-spenders might not be as confident abouttheir wealth as they were before the crisis. We note, however, that at the top end of the market, thereare likely to be consumers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi who are still spending quite freely.Headline Industry Data?? 2011 per-capita food consumption growth in local currency = 2.07%; forecast compoundannual growth to 2015 = 3.08%?? 2011 soft drinks value sales = 3.67%; forecast compound annual growth to 2015 = 4.74%?? 2011 mass grocery retail sales = 6.76%; forecast compound annual growth to 2015 = 7.72%Key Company TrendsWestern Restaurants Playing A Big Part In Casual-Dining Takeoff: Casual dining and fast-foodrestaurants have become increasingly popular across the Gulf region over the past decade. A host ofthese restaurants have sprung up as richer consumers and a strong eat-out culture drives growth.Based in Kuwait, Americana Group is one of the leaders in bringing Western food to the region. It isthe franchise partner for a number of American food companies including KFC, Pizza Hut (bothowned by YUM! Brands) and TGI Fridays, and UK company Costa Coffee.Retailers Targeting Convenience Growth: Convenience stores are becoming more important in theUAE, especially those that are modern, focused on fresh food and neighbourhood-specific.Convenience stores in the UAE traditionally have been add-ons to petrol stations and focused onbasics rather than fresh food. This is changing, with retailers such as Carrefour investing in thesector.Risks T

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BMI: UAE Freight Transport Report (Aug-11)

2011-09-12 12:55:00 (читать в оригинале)

We continue to be concerned by the state of the shipping industry. Container shipping companies arestruggling to push through rate increases and liquid and dry bulk operators are contending with some ofthe lowest daily returns in years. The cause is overcapacity, which looks unlikely to ameliorate any timesoon. Furthermore, there are fresh challenges on the way, including the mega ships being built by Valeand Maersk Line. Global air freight is struggling, but the Middle East is one region that is faring betterthan most. The UAE in particular is seeing growth on the back of the new al-Maktoum InternationalAirport, which is connected to Jebel Ali by the Dubai Logistics Corridor.Headline Industry Data2011 Jebel Ali and Port Rashid total tonnage throughput growth forecast at 6.7%, and to average6.0% to 2015.2011 air freight tonnes through Dubai airport forecast to grow by 0.5% and average 4.3% to2015.The UAE's total trade real growth in 2011 forecast to be 8.6%, and to average 7.6% over themedium term, to 2015.Key Industry Trends10% Growth For Gulf's Logistics SectorThe Arabian Gulf's logistics sector has seen 10% annual growth. The region has become a major hub forinternational logistics, particularly as a result of conscious decisions by areas such as Dubai to placethemselves at the heart of international trade flows. Much of the growth in the sector is from third partylogistics providers, which support the operations of more established firms. Revenues from the UAE'slogistics market are expected to hit US$9.4bn by 2014 according to a report from Frost & Sullivan,released in May. The growth is led by the new al-Maktoum airport, and the Dubai Logistics Corridor thatconnects the facility with DP World's Jebel Ali port.New Abu Dhabi-Frankfurt Service Example Of Middle Eastern Air Freight ExpansionEtihad Crystal Cargo, the cargo wing of Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, has begun a new servicewith the new freighter aircr

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Oman's Renaissance: Topaz fraud an isolated case, amount provided for

2011-09-12 12:18:29 (читать в оригинале)

Oman's Renaissance Services said that an independent investigation into financial misconduct at one of its subsidiaries found it was an isolated case and the amount involved has been fully provided for in its accounts.

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Amanie Advisors opens Egypt office

2011-09-12 12:09:19 (читать в оригинале)

Leading Dubai-based Islamic Finance consultancy Amanie Advisors has opened a new office in the Egyptian capital of Cairo. The office aims to captalise on the considerable business potential in Egypt and North Africa advising bankers and fund managers about the principles of Islamic Finance.