How can Islamic finance boost the competitiveness of North African financial markets?
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Articles & Analysis | Getting stronger: Taking steps to reduce NPLs, boost penetration and improve stability from
In February 2013 the IMF called on the Algerian authorities to take a number of measures to strengthen the financial system, including boosting banking intermediation and further tackling non-performing loans (NPLs) at public banks. The country benefits from a sizeable and liquid banking sector, but key indicators for activity and usage remain...
Articles & Analysis | Changing tactics: A surge in public housing projects and new financing models are driving growth in the sector from
Against the backdrop of a large government homebuilding programme, state banks are stepping up the role they play in housing and real estate finance. Outside of the public housing segment, cheap long-term mortgages are available, in particular from public banks, though retail mortgages are dwarfed by state spending on housing and supply remains an...
A cooperation agreement between the bourses of Malaysia and Saudi Arabia – the world's two largest Islamic financial services markets – stands to help the industry grow at a greater clip in both countries.
The “Golden Land”, officially known as the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and formerly as Burma, has undergone dramatic reforms in recent years under the administration of President U Thein Sein. The rapid transition from a military junta to an open economy has surprised the global community and will see Myanmar assume the ASEAN chair for the first time in 2014.
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to U Win Shein, Minister of Finance, and Chairman, Myanmar Investment Commission from The Report: Myanmar 2014
What type of new risks is Myanmar’s economy facing during its current transition period? How have these risks been managed?