Explore the latest trends, demand drivers and growth opportunitie...
Explore the latest trends, demand drivers and growth opportunities in the Middle East, with in-depth market and data analysis from our in-country field researchers and regional experts.
The report examines the economic landscape of Iraq and provides information on major monetary indicators, foreign trade and government finance. The economy contracted in real terms in 2023, dragged down by private consumption, government spending,…
The report examines the economic landscape of Israel and provides information on major monetary indicators, foreign trade and government finance. The economy expanded in real terms in 2023, driven by private consumption, government spending,…
The report examines the economic landscape of Kuwait and provides information on major monetary indicators, foreign trade and government finance. The economy stagnated in real terms in 2023, dragged down by exports, investments. Furthermore, global…
The report examines the economic landscape of Lebanon and provides information on major monetary indicators, foreign trade and government finance. The economy contracted in real terms in 2023. Global economic slowdown, rising geopolitical tensions…
The report examines the economic landscape of Oman and provides information on major monetary indicators, foreign trade and government finance. The economy expanded in real terms in 2023, driven by private consumption. However, global economic…
In 2023, Qatar's GDP growth slowed to 2.2%, with the hydrocarbon sector driving the economy despite production disruptions and oil price fluctuations. Qatar’s GDP per capita notably exceeded the regional average, supported by a rise in private…
In 2023, Saudi Arabia's GDP growth slowed to 0.5% due to a downturn in the oil sector and falling global oil prices. However, increased private and public spending, along with a substantial rise in gross fixed capital formation, supported the…
In 2023, real GDP growth of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) slowed to 3.3% due to a global economic slowdown and reduced oil production. Nevertheless, the non-oil sector saw rapid growth, contributing to economic resilience of the United Arab…
The number of households is set to increase moderately, while the average household size will shrink in Bahrain over 2023-2028. Couples with children will remain the dominant household type but the fastest household expenditure growth is forecast to…
The number of households is set to increase moderately, while the average household size will remain unchanged in Iran over 2023-2028. Couples with children will remain the dominant household type but the fastest household expenditure growth is…