The UAE’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) sector has seen a decline in growth in the second quarter of 2015. This is according to the latest results from Gulf Finance Corporation’s UAE SME Sentiment Survey. The slowdown has been attributed to macroeconomic issues having a dampening effect on general market conditions. David Hunt, CEO of Gulf Finance, shares the highlights of the report:
SME DECLINE REPORT
China, Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed reviews UAE tourism sector achievements for 2025
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UAE outlines vision for low-emission hydrogen economy at World Hydrogen Summit
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India, US discuss trade as Rubio cites progress on Iran conflict
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ENOC signs deal with Allied Biofuels to explore sustainable aviation fuel supply
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