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MW August 2007WEB.Indd Editor’s page MONEYworks magazine P O Box 10656, Dubai, UAE One of the key developments for the geopolitics of our region Telephone: +971 4 391 2160, Fax: +971 4 391 2173 has been the positive engagement of Iran by the US through Email: [email protected] a process of dialogue for the first time in so many years. Published by Rasalmal Financial Publishing FZ-LLC Although no one expects sensational announcements to come A Dubai Media City Company Telephone: +971 4 391 2160, Fax: +971 4 391 2173 out of these dialogues immediately, there is now a sense of Email: [email protected] hope for many observers in the region. If things work out over Board of Directors Saud A. Al Amri - chairman a period of time, a dialogue between the US and Iran has the Abdulaziz Al Mashal potential to have a beneficial impact on Iraq and the overall Greg Hunt General Manager stability of the region. And this, in turn, translates to more Don Taylor confidence in the regional markets, increased investments Distribution Dar Al Hikma, Dubai, UAE, Tel: +971 4 266 7384 and prosperity. Jashanmal, Abu Dhabi, UAE, Tel: +971 2 673 2327 A significant development last month was Abu Dhabi’s rating being upgraded Printing Nabeel Printing Press, Ajman, UAE, Tel: +971 6 743 4445 to AA by Standard & Poor’s and Fitch, as well as the emirate’s plans for issuing Cover Image government bonds to serve a benchmark for the corporate bond sector in the Piksel country. When the bond issue happens, it will be a milestone for the UAE, as well Editor Utpal Bhattacharya as another big step towards creating transparency in the financial markets while Deputy Editor also creating the long-awaited yield curve. Ehab Heyassat Another important announcement last month was the merger details of National Staff Writer Kara Sensoli Bank of Dubai and Emirates Bank International. Although there are many more Regular Editorial Contributors questions that will have to be answered as the merger process progresses, it was Peter Hensman - Newton Investment Management Ltd James Thomas - Acuma Wealth Management good news for the financial markets that some of the crucial decisions, including Special Editorial Contributors the share exchange ratio and important management positions, post-merger, had Yong Wei Lee, Matein Khalid, Sheikh Sultan bin Saud Al Qasimi, Fahd Iqbal Otto Spork, Martin Saldamando, Rajesh Prabhurajan been amicably agreed upon and sorted out in such a short time. Operations Manager It was bit of a summer lull for the stock markets in the UAE, but the Saudi stock Tim Elliott market seems to have got into a smart stride last month. The Tadawul All-Share Design & Layout Zak Parayil Index made brisk gains during the third week, prompting analysts to say that Sonia Landoulsi macroeconomic and stock market conditions are in place for steady gains in share Administration Sessie Fernandes prices on the Saudi stock market. And why not, as a number of listed companies Rolla Daniel are now reasonably valued. In particular, the 10 largest companies by market Sales & Marketing Manager Mark Freeman capitalisation trade collectively at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 13; for the top Sales & Marketing Executives 25 stocks, the P/E is 14. Zarko Ackovik Ali Jaber Before I sign off, I must mention the supplement on the UAE’s banking history that Arshad Iqbal comes to you with your copy of MONEYworks. It is a good read and has some Advertising Enquiries: Tel. +971 4 391 2163, Email: [email protected] important facts on the country’s banking industry that you will find useful. Happy reading. Advice to readers - Information carried in MONEYworks is checked for accuracy, but we recommend that you make enquiries and, if necessary, take appropriate advice before entering into any transactions. Never forget investments can go down as well as up and you may get back less than you originally invested. Companies offering financial services, products or advice in the UAE must be licenced accordingly. If in doubt, check with your local Chamber of Commerce, Central Bank office or Department of Economy. All rights reserved in respect of all articles, drawings, photographs, etc. published in MONEYworks anywhere in the world. Reproduction or imitations of these are expressly forbidden without the written permission of the publishers. © Rasalmal Financial Publishing FZ-LLC 2007 The MONEYworksTM magazine cover logo is a registered trademark. BPA audit applied for December 2006 Utpal Bhattacharya Editor ♺ When you’re finished with MONEYworks, please recycle it. Advert 2 I MONEYworks I August 2007 Contents �������������������������������������������������������� 30 THE COST OF HIGHER EDUCATION The cost of higher education in the GCC is rising, along with everything else. 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