Upcoming Middle East Market Shifts for 2026 World Markets

Sub-Saharan African nations account for around one-third of the total, followed by Latin America and the Middle East (the latter 2 together representing over 40% of the total). Consisting of, there has actually been an (from 90.3 in 2000-04 to 92.6 and 92.3 in the 5 years pre- and post-pandemic ).

ANSR July GCC PRs 50DR+

and ranked higher than others; UAE is up more than 45 locations in 2024 compared to 2000 while Qatar climbed 24; both Saudi Arabia and Oman increased 17 ranks during the duration. The trapped or even worse off countries are some parts of Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa where structural change has stalled.

reveals a significant increase in average EDI ratings from 86.8 in 2000-04 to 92.6 in 2020-24, (up more than 10 points in the preliminary duration versus 2020-24). with UAE exceeding in the trade sub-index (supported by recent bilateral trade agreements & non-oil exports push). vs its pre-pandemic reading (partially provided the rise in medium & high-tech manufacturing data).

ANSR July GCC PRs 50DR+

Its diversification metrics have actually stagnated, showing the least improvement in between the initial (2000-04) and last (2020-24) reference periods., despite the headwinds of OPEC+ production cuts. A robust non-hydrocarbon growth was supported by the GCC's robust domestic demand (supported by a strong project pipeline and execution) and strong services sector efficiency.

Optimizing Investment Pipelines for the Next-Gen Gulf Outlook

Kuwait and Saudi Arabia clocked in a boost in non-hydrocarbon income, "primarily reflecting non-hydrocarbon tax base expansions and income collection effectiveness improvements", according to the IMF. In the existing geopolitical environment defined by intensifying, it remains in the best interests of product reliant countries to diversify its export base, exports and trade partners.