The Impact of FDI on GCC Industrial Transformation

Sub-Saharan African countries account for around one-third of the overall, 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 5 years pre- and post-pandemic ).

ANSR July GCC PRs 50DR+

and ranked greater than others; UAE is up more than 45 locations in 2024 compared to 2000 while Qatar climbed up 24; both Saudi Arabia and Oman rose 17 ranks throughout the period. The caught or worse off nations are some parts of Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa where structural change has stalled.

reveals a significant increase in average 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 outperforming in the trade sub-index (supported by current bilateral trade arrangements & non-oil exports push). vs its pre-pandemic reading (partly offered the rise in medium & modern production data).

ANSR July GCC PRs 50DR+

Its diversification metrics have actually stagnated, revealing the least enhancement in between the preliminary (2000-04) and last (2020-24) referral periods., regardless 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 task pipeline and implementation) and strong services sector efficiency.

Navigating Middle East Stock Exchange Trends through 2026

Kuwait and Saudi Arabia clocked in a boost in non-hydrocarbon profits, "primarily reflecting non-hydrocarbon tax base growths and revenue collection efficiency improvements", according to the IMF. In the existing geopolitical environment characterized by magnifying, it remains in the best interests of product dependent nations to diversify its export base, exports and trade partners.