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Qatar Risk May 2018
Qatar’s economic and financial resilience in the face of the economic blockade raises hopes that the risks to the economy and wellbeing of its citizens can be minimised. But there is little sign of an end to the crisis. Economic risk (MEDIUM): The la...
Morocco Risk May 2018
The outlook for Morocco depends on its success in pushing through its reform agenda. Meanwhile risks remain from global economic conditions, and high unemployment. Economic risk (MEDIUM): The economic recovery is still on track for recovery but with...
Kuwait Risk May 2018
Kuwait will enjoy growth after 2017’s slump but at a slower pace initially. Risks remain relating to the geopolitical and domestic political backdrop and the commercial environment. Economic risk (MEDIUM): Kuwait can expect a recovery after 2017’s oi...
Saudi Arabia Risk May 2018
The economy is showing signs of responding to the IMF medicine but there is a lack of clarity over President Sisi’s agenda. Economic risk (MEDIUM): Stronger growth, falling deficits, a turnaround in tourism, and fresh investment are good news and the...
Egypt Risk May 2018
The economy is showing signs of responding to the IMF medicine but there is a lack of clarity over President Sisi’s agenda. Economic risk (MEDIUM): Stronger growth, falling deficits, a turnaround in tourism, and fresh investment are good news and the...
Algeria Risk May 2018
Algeria faces an era of economic and political stagnation as it embarks on fiscal consolidation under an ageing leader. Economic risk (MEDIUM): The economy is likely to endure a rollercoaster ride as the government opens then tightens the spending ta...
UAE Risk April 2018
The United Arab Emirates is a stable country in terms of politics and economics but has been affected by repercussions from the Qatar blockade and Opec’s quota caps. Economic risk (MEDIUM): The economy looks set for sustainable 3% growth. Non-oil gro...
Tunisia Risk April 2018
Tunisia is struggling to push through reforms after securing a $2.9bn credit line from the IMF and $8bn from regional allies. Political risks further may be lifting after January 2018’s unrest Economic risk (MEDIUM): Rising public deficits and debts,...