Economy
Cement price surge puts a damper on construction materials sector
March 26, 2013
Cement price surge puts a damper on construction materials sector
As inflation and energy shortages strike Egypt’s economy, construction materials producers are feeling the crunch. The cement industry, in particular,…
For Egypt and Iraq, economic cooperation overshadows political talk
March 25, 2013
For Egypt and Iraq, economic cooperation overshadows political talk
Prime Minister Hesham Qandil’s recent visit to Iraq may mark the beginning of a new era in a history of…
As diesel shortages continue, impact becomes broader
March 24, 2013
As diesel shortages continue, impact becomes broader
Diesel shortages have become an unfortunate staple of Egypt’s many economic malaises, and as the country’s foreign reserves continue decreasing,…
On first Egypt visit, IFC head says investors await clarity, commitment from government
March 18, 2013
On first Egypt visit, IFC head says investors await clarity, commitment from government
On his first visit to the Middle East in his new capacity as the CEO of the International Finance Corporation,…
Orascom buyout battle scars stock market
March 14, 2013
Orascom buyout battle scars stock market
A regulatory battle over an offer to buy out shareholders in Orascom Construction Industries may inflict damage on the Egyptian…
Barcelona shows off the future of mobile technology
March 7, 2013
Barcelona shows off the future of mobile technology
BARCELONA — The HTC One made a splash at this year’s Mobile World Congress, walking away with the coveted best…
Egypt companies scope out possibilities at the Mobile World Congress
March 7, 2013
Egypt companies scope out possibilities at the Mobile World Congress
At this year’s Mobile World Congress, 17 companies from Egypt were present, with a focus on branding the country as…
Egypt’s fuel shortages demonstrate perfect storm of economic pressures
March 4, 2013
Egypt’s fuel shortages demonstrate perfect storm of economic pressures
Long lines at gas stations and electricity blackouts have become a part of everyday life for most Egyptians in the…
Labor dispute resolution makes little headway for Ain Sokhna Port workers
March 1, 2013
Labor dispute resolution makes little headway for Ain Sokhna Port workers
Workers at Ain Sokhna Port returned to work last week, bringing to an end a two-week strike that resulted in…