Security dominates conflict-riven region
With sectarian violence continuing, crisis management will monopolise policy-making in 2016
View ArticleFacing up to oil price realities
As governments rein in spending, certain sectors will need to be ring-fenced from cuts
View ArticleLow oil will weigh on markets in 2016
With oil prices expected to remain at about $50 a barrel in 2016, equity markets will continue to fluctuate
View ArticleOil price slump will hit banks in 2016
Falling deposits and liquidity will push GCC lenders to diversify funding sources
View ArticleLow oil prices delay energy awards
The progress of a handful of large schemes is key to the market’s health
View ArticleRobust demand drives utilities growth
After a milestone year for the region’s utilities sector, 2016 will continue to offer lucrative opportunities
View ArticleConcern replaces optimism in industrial sector
The drop in commodities prices threatens to derail expansion plans in the region’s industrial sector
View ArticleUncertain outlook for petrochemicals
Contract awards to remain limited amid declining prices and constrained GCC gas supplies
View ArticleTransport masterplans still a priority
While governments remain committed to the sector, some projects will be delayed or scaled down
View ArticleGCC transforms healthcare provision
The development of mega hospitals shows no signs of slowing as primary and elderly care expands
View ArticleTough year ahead for contractors
While projects are still being planned, the challenge will be making progress
View ArticleIran investors need to tread carefully
Vast opportunities are presented by the lifting of sanctions, but interested firms must expect challenges
View ArticleBusiness leaders braced for tough year
Low oil prices and regional unrest force governments to rethink spending plans
View ArticleAdjusting to the region’s new reality
Outlook expected to become more positive by the end of 2016
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