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Kuwait: Banking On Growth
Kuwait is keen to diversify its energy-centered economy. Foreign investment and market liberalization are definitely part of the formula.
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MENA Merger Is Cross-Border Power Play
With oil prices low and stress on liquidity, banks in the GCC are increasingly looking to consolidate in order to remain strong.
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Keeping Turkey’s NPLs Under Control
Non-performing loans are a threat to Turkey's economic health.
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Mauritius: Africa’s Offshore Haven
Mauritius is betting that political stability and free-market reforms will vault it into the ranks of high-income nations. But first, it needs more foreign investment.
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Turkey: Investment Draw
Despite political unrest, and criticism from trading partners, Turkey continues to draw foreign direct investment. Can FDI help it return to economic expansion?
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Brazil Opens Its Doors
With pension reform approved, Congress is shifting its focus to creating a more pro-business environment.
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Spain’s Trade Tribulations
Spain’s export-driven economy has held up well despite slowing growth, but that could be about to change.
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Spanish Banks Leading Edge
The leading Spanish banks are embracing both technology and social responsibility.
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Sudan’s Delicate Balance
A revolution overthrew the country's dictator, clearing the way for political and economic reform.
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Armenia: Making The Velvet Revolution Work
Armenia’s popular new government is undertaking an ambitious economic overhaul. The early reviews are good.
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Qatar: Resilience And Growth
The tiny emirate can rely on natural gas, infrastructure projects, foreign investment—and the World Cup—to weather a blockade by its neighbors.
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Ghana: Sustaining Growth Momentum
Ghana has been one of Africa’s star performers, boosted by expanding oil production. But currency volatility, foreign-investor jitters and an upcoming election pose challenges.