The GCC region is a powerhouse of forward-thinking growth, experiencing significant economic upsurge.
Economic Momentum:
– A robust $2.2 trln GDP with a remarkable 6.9% growth in 2022.
– SWFs taking center stage in the capital market, amassing a staggering $4.1 trln.
Investment & Venture Landscape:
– KSA and UAE, as economic giants, attracting $40 bl in FDI.
– KSA emerging as a frontrunner in the venture capital market, deploying 52% of capital in the MENA region, claiming the #1 spot in 2023.
Diversification & Private Sector Opportunities:
– Ambitious plans to increase non-oil GDP share, with KSA leading at 50% of the total GDP and 62% of the population in GCC.
– KSA’s non-oil revenue target of 1 trln SAR by 2030 stands at 476 bln SAR, creating substantial private business opportunities in non-oil sectors.
– Despite initiating diversification efforts decades ago, the GCC’s GDP structure continues to rely heavily on oil, with progress in non-oil sectors advancing at a slower pace than anticipated. Construction, retail, tourism, manufacturing and transport are drivers of the regional diversification.
UAE’s Role & Challenges:
– UAE, a regional hub in trade, finance, and travel, faces intensified competition from KSA and Qatar.
– Dubai emerges as a major re-export center, holding a 48% share in the UAE’s export structure. UAE greenlights 24 initiatives to double re-export levels by 2030.
The GCC region boasts a robust economic base, setting the stage for sustainable growth and stability that backed by the oil sourced solid financial reserves. With strong commitment from leadership towards economic diversification, there are tremendous opportunities for businesses to actively participate in these transformative initiatives.
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