The Impact of FDI on GCC Industrial Development

Sub-Saharan African countries account for around one-third of the total, followed by Latin America and the Middle East (the latter two together accounting for over 40% of the total). Including, there has been an (from 90.3 in 2000-04 to 92.6 and 92.3 in the five years pre- and post-pandemic ).

ANSR July GCC PRs 50DR+

and ranked greater than others; UAE is up more than 45 places in 2024 compared to 2000 while Qatar climbed up 24; both Saudi Arabia and Oman increased 17 ranks throughout the duration. The trapped or worse off countries are some parts of Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa where structural improvement has stalled.

reveals a considerable boost in typical EDI ratings from 86.8 in 2000-04 to 92.6 in 2020-24, (up more than 10 points in the preliminary period versus 2020-24). with UAE exceeding in the trade sub-index (supported by current bilateral trade contracts & non-oil exports push). vs its pre-pandemic reading (partially provided the rise in medium & high-tech manufacturing data).

ANSR July GCC PRs 50DR+

Its diversification metrics have actually stagnated, revealing the least enhancement in between the initial (2000-04) and final (2020-24) referral periods., in spite of the headwinds of OPEC+ production cuts. A robust non-hydrocarbon growth was supported by the GCC's robust domestic need (supported by a strong job pipeline and application) and strong services sector performance.

Frameworks for Capital Allocation in 2026 World Markets

Kuwait and Saudi Arabia clocked in an increase in non-hydrocarbon profits, "mainly reflecting non-hydrocarbon tax base expansions and earnings collection efficiency improvements", according to the IMF. In the present geopolitical environment defined by magnifying, it is in the very best interests of commodity dependent nations to diversify its export base, exports and trade partners.