Some casual critics, the idea of investment returns seems somehow unfair: investors, they take it, are being paid for already having money. More sophisticated observers realize that, in fact, what investors are compensated for is taking risk — that is,…
Dubai, 17/05/2017 – Day 2 of the ArabNet Digital Summit 2017 began with the launch of the second edition of “The State of Digital Investments in MENA (2013-2016)” report – published in partnership between ArabNet and Dubai SME. “MENA witnessed…
Founded in Amman over three decades ago as a small family-run florist, Alissar’s distinctive flower arrangements can now be found in homes and businesses across the region, including some of the Gulf’s most luxurious hotels. By Dina al Wakeel The…
This feature is part of a series highlighting some of the most prominent Jordanian businesswomen who managed to climb to the top of the corporate ladder in their respective fields in the Kingdom. Bank al Etihad General Manager Nadia al Saeed assumed the position…
As it proved with the Nuqul Group, separating ownership from management can help a family business thrive. By Elisa Oddone Family-owned businesses make up 90 percent of the companies in our region. But as important an economic driver as they…
Jordanian firms need more government support to overcome challenges holding back greater competitiveness and innovation, including lack of access to finance, corruption, skill shortages, and over-burdensome taxes, according to a major new report from the European Bank for Reconstruction and…
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is fast shaping up to be a major supporter of Jordan’s economy, having sunk no less than $260 million into a variety of projects over the two years it’s been operating in…