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Kuwait Economic Research Highlights

The Report: Kuwait 2024
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Kuwait, with one of the region’s most dynamic political systems and the world’s six-largest crude oil reserves, has seen significant GDP growth in recent years. As part of its efforts to diversify away from a reliance on...

Report: How can Kuwait’s upstream oil sector reach net zero?

Despite predictions of declining hydrocarbon consumption, significant demand remains due to economic transformations and disruptive events like the Covid-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Kuwait's banks target sustainable growth

In this Growth Perspectives video, OBG shows how Kuwaiti banks are embracing environmental, social and governance principles to contribute to the sustainable growth of the banking sector...

Boosting investment in Kuwait’s capital markets

In this Growth Perspectives video, OBG shows how Boursa Kuwait has introduced reforms and launched new investment tools to support the development of the capital markets. The surge in market...

Kuwait Economic Spotlight
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Kuwait's privatisation drive supports economic diversification plans
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Kuwait’s GDP has undergone significant expansion in recent years, with the spike in global oil prices enabling the country to maintain a trade surplus amid domestic political changes, international...
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Emir Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah
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On committing to progress and prosperity in difficult times
Overview

Kuwait's regulatory adjustments add to investment appeal
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Kuwait’s government is actively seeking sizeable private and international investment in its economic diversification and privatisation drive. Therefore, it has made significant amendments to the country’s...
Interview

Basel Al Haroon, Governor, Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK)
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On efforts to curb inflation and implement sustainable policy
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Potential reforms in Kuwait aim to boost economic resilience
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Kuwait entered 2024 in a generally robust economic position thanks to improved fiscal and external balances. Following a formal change in executive leadership in late 2023, policymakers have the...
Interview

Abdulwahab Iesa Al Rushood, Acting Group CEO, Kuwait Finance House (KFH)
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On economic diversification and opportunities for the domestic Islamic banking segment
Overview

Kuwait pursues diversification to achieve long-term development plan
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Situated between Iraq and Saudi Arabia at the north-western corner of the Gulf, Kuwait operates as a constitutional monarchy, and is a founding member of both the GCC and the Organisation of the...

Kuwait's privatisation drive supports economic diversification plans
Kuwait's privatisation drive supports economic diversification plans
Emir Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, on committing to progress and prosperity in difficult times
Emir Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah
Kuwait's regulatory adjustments add to investment appeal
Kuwait's regulatory adjustments add to investment appeal
Basel Al Haroon, Governor, Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK), on efforts to curb inflation and implement sustainable policy
Basel Al Haroon, Governor, Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK)
Potential reforms in Kuwait aim to boost economic resilience
Potential reforms in Kuwait aim to boost economic resilience
Abdulwahab Iesa Al Rushood, Acting Group CEO, Kuwait Finance House (KFH), on economic diversification and opportunities for the domestic Islamic banking segment
Abdulwahab Iesa Al Rushood, Acting Group CEO, Kuwait Finance House (KFH)
Kuwait pursues diversification to achieve long-term development plan
Kuwait pursues diversification to achieve long-term development plan
 

Video: New economic zones central to Kuwait’s growth strategy

Kuwait is developing three new economic zones to boost investment and support trade through strategic industrial clusters. The Al Abdali, Al Wafra and Al Naayem economic zones aim to attract impact...

Special Reports on Kuwait & the Middle East
Special Report

Report: How Oman’s strategic investment fosters economic diversification and innovation

With Oman Vision 2040 guiding long-term economic transformation, strategic investment is playing a key role in reducing reliance on oil revenue and fostering sustainable growth. Robust governance...
Special Report

Report: Strategic investment driving green energy, digital innovation and sustainable growth in Oman

Oman is embarking on a transformative journey under Vision 2040, combining innovation and sustainability to redefine its economic landscape. This report showcases the sultanate’s wide-ranging efforts...
Special Report

Report: How is Saudi Arabia leveraging sustainable practices to transform its cultural sector?

Under the stewardship of the Ministry of Culture, Saudi Arabia’s cultural sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by a strategic commitment to preserving and promoting the Kingdom’s rich history, national...
Special Report

Report: How is Saudi Arabia boosting economic diversification through MSME empowerment?

The empowerment of micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Saudi Arabia is key to driving economic diversification and resilience. The Kingdom has laid out strategic foundations to support MSME...
Special Report

Report: Oman’s digital economy and its transformative potential

Oman’s digital transformation is revolutionising its economy and society. With the National Programme for Digital Economy driving progress, the country is bolstering its telecommunications infrastructure...
Special Report

Report: How can the private sector capitalise on opportunities in the Saudi leisure industry?

Saudi Arabia is undergoing a period of sweeping social transformation and economic diversification underpinned by Vision 2030. This is creating a fertile environment for private businesses to expand...
Special Report

Driving Saudi Arabia's economic transformation: Unleashing growth and innovation across strategic sectors

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 blueprint for socio-economic transformation is capturing international attention. Beyond high-profile projects and events, strategic cohesion and societal support are...
Socio-Economic Footprint Study

Unlocking opportunities: How higher education drives socio-economic development in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Vision 2030 and the evolution of education in Saudi Arabia are key drivers of the country’s socio-economic transformation. With a focus on...

Report: How Oman’s strategic investment fosters economic diversification and innovation
Report: Strategic investment driving green energy, digital innovation and sustainable growth in Oman
Report: How is Saudi Arabia leveraging sustainable practices to transform its cultural sector?
Report: How is Saudi Arabia boosting economic diversification through MSME empowerment?
Report: Oman’s digital economy and its transformative potential
Report: How can the private sector capitalise on opportunities in the Saudi leisure industry?
Driving Saudi Arabia's economic transformation: Unleashing growth and innovation across strategic sectors
Unlocking opportunities: How higher education drives socio-economic development in Saudi Arabia
 

Inside Look: Financial Services in Kuwait

Kuwait’s banks are among the largest and most robust in the region. Asset growth has defined the sector’s trajectory in recent times, as Kuwaiti banks continued to recover from the disruptions of the...

The Report & Key Interviews in the Middle East
Country Report

The Report: Qatar 2025
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Qatar is channeling its hydrocarbons wealth into long-term economic transformation, with diversification accelerating after the FIFA 2022 World Cup. In 2024 non-oil sectors accounted for over 60% of GDP...
Country Report

The Report: Oman 2025
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Oman is diversifying its economy, reducing reliance on hydrocarbons by expanding sectors like agriculture, fisheries, banking and manufacturing. Strategic reforms, infrastructure investment...
Country Report

The Report: Ajman 2025
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Ajman is accelerating economic diversification through industrial growth, tourism and innovation-driven development. The emirate’s forward-looking policies, including Ajman Vision 2030, focus on...
Global Platform

Oman Vision 2040 shaping the future of tourism and sustainability

In this Global platform video, Salim M. AlMahruqi, Oman's Minister of Heritage and Tourism, and Azzan AlBusaidi, Oman's Undersecretary of Tourism, talk about Oman Vision 2040 as a strategic plan aimed...
Country Report

The Report: Bahrain 2024
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Bahrain's economy is accelerating, fuelled by a dynamic private sector and increasing foreign interest. Relatively low inflation has added to the kingdom’s appeal as a place to do business, while interest...
Country Report

The Report: Saudi Arabia 2024
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Saudi Arabia’s economy is diversifying under Vision 2030, with strong growth in the digital economy and government-led giga-projects. While oil activity slowed in 2023, tourism income surged 38%...
Global Platform

Driving innovation and sustainability in Qatar's banking sector

In this Global Platform video, Shahnawaz Rashid talks about the strategies for driving innovation and sustainability in Qatar's banking sector. Qatar has developed strong infrastructure, including roads...
Global Platform

Ensuring business continuity and supporting private sector development in Qatar

In this Global Platform video, Oxford Business Group speaks with Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani, Founder and Chairman, Al Faisal Holding, and key leaders of the privately held diversified group...
Global Platform

Sharjah focusing on culture and sustainability to drive tourism

In this Global Platform video, Oxford Business Group speaks with Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) about Sharjah’s strategies for fostering...

The Report: Qatar 2025
The Report: Oman 2025
The Report: Ajman 2025
The Report: Ajman 2025
Oman Vision 2040 shaping the future of tourism and sustainability
The Report: Bahrain 2024
The Report: Saudi Arabia 2024 - tabletop
The Report: Saudi Arabia 2024
Driving innovation and sustainability in Qatar's banking sector
Key leaders of Al Faisal Holding
Ensuring business continuity and supporting private sector development in Qatar
Global Platform: Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), discussing Sharjah's focus on culture and sustainability to drive tourism in 2024
Sharjah focusing on culture and sustainability to drive tourism
 

Increasing the accessibility of trading in Kuwait and the GCC

Talal Al Ajmi, CEO and Founder, VI Markets

In this Global Platform video, Talal Al Ajmi, CEO and Founder, VI Markets, talks about increasing the accessibility of trading. Financial markets have experienced significant changes compared to before the...

Economic News & Views on the GCC

Economic View

Rasheed Al-Qenae, Chairman of the KPMG Middle East, South Asia and Caspian (MESAC) region, and Managing Partner, KPMG in Kuwait

On recent tax developments, technological advancements, and environmental, social and governance integration

Economic Views

Eman Mojali, CEO, Bahrain National Insurance

On building a regulatory framework and consumer awareness to support growth

Economic View

Michael Michael, CEO, Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) and Qatar Business Events Corporation

On catering to local and global audiences with new technologies and safety measures

Economic View

Jack Uppal, President and Managing Director – Africa and Middle East, General Motors (GM)

On learning from supply chain challenges and the development of other segments

Economic View

David Grover, Group CEO, ROSHN

On the trends shaping the Kingdom’s real estate market

Economic View

Wajdy Al Ghabban, CEO, Catrion

On developments in Saudi Arabia’s catering industry

Economic View

Ahmed Al Shamsi, Managing Director and CEO, Abu Dhabi Sustainable Water Solutions Company (SWS)

On innovative approaches in water conservation and reuse

Economic View

Ali Al Dhaheri, CEO, Tadweer

On the business opportunities presented by sustainable waste management

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