Opinions

Considering the relatively accommodative policy stance, recovery in labour markets and strength of the global consumer, 2022 is very likely to deliver another year of impressive growth

COVID-19 decimated economies the world over and the GCC was no exception. Now, with the worst behind, all countries expect positive growth rates in 2021. However, despite this encouraging sign, it should be remembered that the lost output of 2020 will not be compensated for

As the hydrocarbons sector shifts gears to enter a high-growth recovery phase, investments into related companies made with the long-term approach of value-creation are paying off

The revolution of technology arriving to the field is expanding to equipment and assets too, with billions of IoT devices anticipated to be deployed in the field in the coming years

In line with trends in the global markets, Shariah-compliant investors are becoming increasingly conscious of the ESG implications of their investments

While the industry is projected to recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and be worth over $463.5 billion by 2027, for beauty and wellness businesses, some things are never going to be the same

What is becoming clear is that it is critical for businesses to establish an effective workplace model that enhances both in-person and virtual collaboration

International occupiers that put real estate decisions on hold in 2020 are now revaluating their real estate needs in line with updated hybrid working practices and operational requirements

The travel and tourism sector, which makes a vital contribution to the GCC economies, was badly hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, with the opening up of the countries, mega sporting events like the Dubai Expo, Indian Premier League, Qatar's FIFA World are set to revive the sector

Fall in rents and capital values have affected the investment appetite. This has created a new wave of opportunity manifesting itself in counter-cyclical investments in the sector