MENA Markets We Cover

Deep local knowledge across 10+ Middle East & North Africa markets

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Saudi Arabia

Capital: Riyadh

Population36M
GDP$1.1T
Key Facts
  • Largest economy in MENA
  • Vision 2030 mega-projects
  • Young, tech-savvy population
Top Opportunities
Infrastructure & constructionConsumer electronicsHealthcare & wellnessEntertainment & leisure
Key Considerations
  • Saudization requirements
  • Halal compliance mandatory
  • Strong preference for premium brands
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United Arab Emirates

Capital: Abu Dhabi

Population10M
GDP$507B
Key Facts
  • Regional business hub
  • Highly cosmopolitan
  • Advanced digital infrastructure
Top Opportunities
E-commerce & fintechLuxury goodsSmart city solutionsF&B franchises
Key Considerations
  • Competitive market
  • High cost of entry
  • Free zone vs. mainland licensing
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Egypt

Capital: Cairo

Population106M
GDP$469B
Key Facts
  • Largest population in MENA
  • Growing middle class
  • Regional manufacturing hub
Top Opportunities
Mass-market consumer goodsEducation & e-learningFood & beverageManufacturing partnerships
Key Considerations
  • Currency volatility
  • Import regulations
  • Price-sensitive market
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Kuwait

Capital: Kuwait City

Population4.3M
GDP$184B
Key Facts
  • High per capita income
  • Strong purchasing power
  • Oil-rich economy
Top Opportunities
Luxury goodsBeauty & cosmeticsHealthcare servicesEducation
Key Considerations
  • Small market size
  • Regulatory complexity
  • Sponsor requirements
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Qatar

Capital: Doha

Population2.9M
GDP$237B
Key Facts
  • Highest GDP per capita
  • World Cup 2022 host
  • Rapid infrastructure development
Top Opportunities
Premium consumer goodsConstruction & infrastructureHospitality & tourismSports & entertainment
Key Considerations
  • Very small local population
  • High competition
  • Sponsorship requirements
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Bahrain

Capital: Manama

Population1.5M
GDP$44B
Key Facts
  • Financial services hub
  • Liberal business environment
  • 100% foreign ownership allowed
Top Opportunities
Fintech & digital servicesF&B and retailHealthcareRegional HQ setup
Key Considerations
  • Small market
  • Regional gateway strategy
  • Competition from UAE
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Oman

Capital: Muscat

Population4.6M
GDP$108B
Key Facts
  • Diversification focus
  • Tourism growth
  • Strategic location
Top Opportunities
Tourism & hospitalityLogistics & portsRenewable energyConsumer goods
Key Considerations
  • Omanization requirements
  • Developing infrastructure
  • Smaller purchasing power
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Jordan

Capital: Amman

Population10.3M
GDP$48B
Key Facts
  • Educated workforce
  • Regional tech hub
  • Free trade agreements
Top Opportunities
Tech & outsourcingEducation servicesManufacturingHealthcare
Key Considerations
  • Economic challenges
  • Small domestic market
  • Regional gateway potential
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Morocco

Capital: Rabat

Population37M
GDP$142B
Key Facts
  • Gateway to Africa
  • French-speaking market
  • Growing manufacturing sector
Top Opportunities
Automotive & manufacturingRenewable energyTextiles & fashionTourism
Key Considerations
  • Different language (French/Arabic)
  • Distance from Gulf
  • Unique market dynamics
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Iraq

Capital: Baghdad

Population42M
GDP$264B
Key Facts
  • Massive reconstruction needs
  • Oil-rich economy
  • Emerging market
Top Opportunities
Infrastructure & constructionEnergy sectorConsumer goodsTelecom
Key Considerations
  • Security concerns
  • Complex regulations
  • Payment challenges

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