Standardised coverage and timely analysis helping you to understa...
Standardised coverage and timely analysis helping you to understand the economic drivers, including GDP, external trade, consumption and leading indicators such as business and consumer confidence, underpinning consumer markets.
Years of conflict have led to political instability in Libya. Rule of law is ineffective and corruption remains a major problem. Heavy reliance on hydrocarbons makes the economy extremely vulnerable to oil price shocks, whilst the precarious security…
Liberia has managed its government finances effectively. Peacefulness in the country is also increasing, following turbulence caused by the 2017 elections, but corruption persists. The economy is set to outperform the regional average, whilst foreign…
Lesotho is undergoing intensive reforms to strengthen institutions and enhance public service transparency, yet it faces challenges like persistent corruption and a rising budget deficit. Economic growth lags behind regional peers, with a reliance on…
In Guinea, political challenges stem from a leaning towards autocracy and persistent corruption. The country benefits from the mining sector yet faces high inflation and dependency on external funds. Rapid population growth and urbanisation strain…
Gabon faces challenges of corruption and a trend towards dynastic politics, yet shows signs of financial improvement. Country’s high reliance on oil is being counterbalanced by diversification efforts and foreign investment, particularly through…