The outlook for Kuwait’s banking system over the next 12-18 months remains stable, according to a recent report by Moody’s Investors Services. Asset quality has improved markedly since the days of...
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Economic Update | Kuwait: Encouraging demand
3 May 2012
Economic Update | Oman: Giving retail a boost
2 May 2012
With pay rises across both the public and private sectors in Oman producing higher levels of consumer spending, some analysts are now revising their forecasts upwards for the Sultanate’s retail...
Economic Update | Abu Dhabi: Insuring plans for health
2 May 2012
As the first emirate to introduce a compulsory medical insurance scheme for expatriate workers in 2006, Abu Dhabi has long been a leader in the health care sector. Since then, the Health Authority –...
Economic Update | Saudi Arabia: Assuring sustained growth
1 May 2012
Saudi Arabia’s economy, already robust after posting growth of 6.8% last year, seems set for a period of sustained expansion, with state-backed investments and higher-than-projected hydrocarbons...
Economic Update | RAK: Growing appeal
1 May 2012
The industrial sector in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) has continued post significant growth in recent years, thanks to a favourable business environment and prudent regulation.
Economic Update | Qatar: Taking care of business tourism
27 Apr 2012
Qatar is having marked success in broadening the scope of its tourism industry, attracting an increasing number of business visitors along with a rising tide of tourists coming to enjoy the country’s...
