Bahrain entered the pandemic with the most diversified economy in the GCC, which meant it was not overly susceptible to the sharp drop in the oil market.
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Economic update | Will the “second wave” of mergers and acquisitions in GCC banking continue to gather pace?
7 Jul 2021
More than a year after the initial onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the Gulf banking sector is seeing an increase in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), as lenders continue to deal with the economic fallout.
Economic update | Can a “green Bitcoin” help solve cryptocurrencies’ sustainability problem?
30 Jun 2021
Amid a rise in demand for cryptocurrencies, especially in emerging markets, and increased appetite for sustainable finance globally, efforts are under way to develop a so-called green Bitcoin – that is, an ecologically sustainable cryptocurrency.
Economic update | Report: Will digitalisation in UAE higher education spur longer-term economic growth?
28 Jun 2021
The UAE’s robust current account balance cushioned the economy against the twin global challenges of Covid-19 and the oil price drop in 2020. Lockdowns were implemented to protect public health, and Emiratis migrated online.
How do you assess the outlook for Bahrain’s office segment, and what strategies can building owners adopt to mitigate the risks related to the pandemic?
In what ways can the BHB enhance its contribution to the country’s post-pandemic recovery?