Tag Archives: Economic outlook

Technology, Demography, and the Future of Economic Growth

The world economy will never again experience the rapid growth rates seen prior to the financial crisis of 2007–2008, according to economist Dambisa Moyo. The reasons? Technology and demographics. Read More

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Registration Open: 2016 Middle East Investment Conference

The 2016 Middle East Investment Conference, held in Bahrain on 13 April 2016, is an opportunity to gain insights from experts and network with peers. Read More

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Little Market Reaction in a World of Risk

Old geopolitical risks have been replaced by new ones, but Nouriel Roubini sees financial markets largely unaffected. Read More

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SMEs Are Crucial to Economic Development in the Middle East

Small- and medium-sized enterprises arguably hold the key to the economic development of the Middle East, but poor access to financing presents a challenge for entrepreneurs. Read More

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Investment Professionals in MENA Expect Growth in 2014

Investment professionals in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) expect the local economies to grow and think that Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar present the best growth potential and investment opportunities in 2014. Read More

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Video: Yacoub Nuseibeh, CFA, on the Issues Facing Investment Professionals in the Middle East

In an interview at the kickoff of the fourth annual CFA Institute Middle East Investment Conference, CFA Society Emirates President, Yacoub Nuseibeh, CFA, discusses issues on the minds of investment professionals in the region. Read More

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