Lower Energy Prices Spell BoP Decline

December 2006 | Economic Analysis

BMI View: We envisage a fairly precipitous decline in Oman's balance of payments, as lower oil prices and slowing production eat away at the main source of revenues. Without export-boosting reforms, the current account will be in deficit to the tune of 5.6% of GDP by

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