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Economy

The Kuwaiti government is seeking to improve and strengthen its relations with Iran in order to secure regional peace in the Gulf. Kuwait's immediate dialogue with Iran has focused... 2010-08-26


Economy

As we move towards the end of the year, the recovery is not particularly in evidence, in line with our view that the return to positive growth would be unspectacular. Banks in Kuwait... 2010-08-16


Political Risk

BMI View: Domestic stability remains broadly in place, in spite of the ongoing economic difficulties. For now, the most significant threats emanate from abroad (namely Iran). The coming... 2010-08-16


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Economy

BMI View: The economy will pick up in real terms in 2010, and then accelerate in 2011. However, even within this framework, the rate of job creation will be low, keeping consumer confidence... 2010-08-16


Economy

BMI View: The technical picture suggests that the Kuwaiti dinar could appreciate against the US dollar, but we see no fundamental reason for such a policy shift, and have not adjusted... 2010-08-12


Economy

According to the latest data from the Kuwaiti statistical authorities, Kuwaiti nationals only comprise 31.6% of the total population. While the influx of foreign workers has been essential... 2010-07-26


Economy

Kuwait remains one of the least promising investment climates in the Middle East, and the outlook for the private sector is one of diminishing competitiveness. There have been a couple... 2010-07-09


Economy

BMI View: Our core scenario is for a budget surplus of 9.3% of GDP in 2010. There are upside risks to spending and downside risks to oil prices, but a deficit remains highly unlikely.... 2010-07-02