Economy

Borrowing to offset potential shortfalls in oil revenues will likely remain an important part of Gulf governments' financing strategies in the coming years

Faced with tariffs and geopolitical instability, Canada's prime minister has responded with state-backed investment, energy pragmatism, and a push for economic independence

Proponents of a peace deal argue that by reducing security risks with Israel, Lebanon can move from a volatile frontier market into a regional hub much like the UAE.

There are common themes between those states experiencing growth and those facing crisis and instability. It pays to look at the success stories and to think bigger, including on a regional level.

Balanced fiscal management, targeted deficit reduction, and strategic growth initiatives underpin this year's budget, with a strong emphasis on citizen partnership

Benjamin Netanyahu lacks a realistic vision for navigating Israel's potential economic isolation

Qatar is positioning itself not only to weather external shocks, but to thrive in a changing global environment

In several corners of the continent, informal sectors have arisen to plug the gaps left by state weakness or absence, providing both a lifeline and a headache

Countries under the most pressure include key BRICS members, but even some allies like Canada have been hit hard. Those in the 10% club seem to have gotten the best deal. Who are they?

Damascus is getting help from abroad, but it needs to set its economic stall out with a plan to rebuild its economy. An organised and disciplined fiscal and monetary policy will keep bankruptcy at bay