The GCC countries have entered a period of higher interest rates - their US$ currency pegs mean regional central banks mirror US Fed hikes. Our...

Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the evolving global response will be felt in the MENA economies mainly via the impact on commodity prices. Fuel...

In 2021, there were 16 Urban Economic Powerhouses in the world (cities with GDP greater than $500bn), but none were located in the Middle East. By...

In the next two decades, the world’s 900 major cities will experience a combined population increase of nearly 600 million people. While the largest...

Egypt has become a bit too reliant on portfolio inflows to keep its external position afloat. This is a vulnerable position, and a sudden shift in...

Saudi Arabia’s GDP rose 1.5% y/y in Q2 according to the flash estimate. This was mainly driven by a boost from non-oil activity, which increased...

Africa may be best known for its wealth of gold, diamonds, and oil, but the mineral-rich continent also hosts significant copper reserves. The red...

The global travel recovery has remained elusive so far. Vaccination is underway in 150 countries and will play a vital role in the easing of travel...

The total Cairenes consumer spending is estimated at $79.2bn in 2020, with Cairo also being one of the few cities that managed to record an increase...

The COVID-19 outbreak has devastated city tourism, with global city arrivals forecast to decline 58% in 2020, equivalent to the loss of 373mn visitor...