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July 17th, 2026 - 04:03 GMT

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Shein wins Hong Kong listing approval, targets $50 billion valuation

ALBAWABA — Chinese fast-fashion behemoth Shein has taken a step closer to its long-awaited stock market debut after winning clearance from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange’s Listing Committee, leading to what might be one of Asia’s largest initial public offerings (IPOs) in recent years. The company aims to publish its preliminary prospectus in the week of July 27, and the IPO may start as soon as the end of August ...

Emirates announced earlier this year that it would reduce flights to 41 destinations during the 80-day airport runway upgrade programme, which began on May 1.

May 11th, 2014 - 02:55 GMT

The glass half full: Emirates airlines sure about making up lost profits in less than a year

Al Bawaba

May 11th, 2014 - 02:55 GMT

What Expo? UAE companies have no intention of raising salaries anytime soon

“The WHO does not recommend the application of any travel or trade restrictions, including for upcoming pilgrimage travel to Saudi Arabia,” a statement issued by the organization said.

May 8th, 2014 - 11:08 GMT

WHO: Haj travel ban not even 'under consideration'

It is targeting global players in high-margin sectors such as oil and gas, power plants, infrastructure, and facility management of huge industrial plants, he said.

May 8th, 2014 - 02:42 GMT

Thank you oil prices? Arabtec profits 'more than double'

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May 8th, 2014 - 02:18 GMT

Netanyahu included? Israel to punish citizens who hide their money in the US by seizing 50% of concealed funds

Tenants have said that the law would displace thousands of families who rent in Beirut under an old law that governs lease contracts enacted before 1993.

May 8th, 2014 - 04:28 GMT

Landlord efforts go down the drain in Lebanon: After passing through parliament, Suleiman refuses to sign new rent law

Asked when Oman was going to decide on potential changes to subsidy levels, Balushi said: “It’s an exercise that is going on, it could be this year, it could be next year.”

May 8th, 2014 - 04:20 GMT

Tick tock: Oman is on the verge of lifting subsidies

Leaders of the six-nation GCC have set January 1 to implement the customs union, first launched in 2003 and delayed on several occasions to resolve hurdles.

May 8th, 2014 - 04:13 GMT

It's the thought that counts? GCC customs union set for Jan.1st

Egypt is currently trying to reduce a budget deficit which hit 14 percent in the 2012-2013 fiscal year, bringing it down to 11-12 percent by the end of the current fiscal year.

May 8th, 2014 - 03:58 GMT

Going after the 1%? Egypt's cabinet approves 'exceptional' tax hike on the rich

Egypt has obtained billions of dollars in loans from other Gulf Arab states in recent months. Some of that money has been used to help Cairo fund energy costs.

May 8th, 2014 - 03:49 GMT

Desperate to avoid more blackouts: Egypt is soliciting $2.5 billion to cover gas imports

KIPCO’s first-quarter revenue rose 19 per cent to 137 million dinars.

May 7th, 2014 - 11:59 GMT

Keeping up with KIPCO: the investment giant posts 20% profits

Out of the total, 14,438 transactions were in Amman alone, accounting for 42 per cent, and 19,560 transactions were in other governorates, accounting for 58 per cent.

May 7th, 2014 - 11:54 GMT

Real estate sector in Jordan gaining unstoppable momentum