Kenya – Sector Overview 2019
Import Business Is Usually More Profitable Than Local Production
Kenya’s industrial growth is meager. In a regional comparison, the country is in danger of falling behind Ethiopia, a low-wage country. There are business opportunities for foreign providers of staple foods and used cars.
Published: 24 April 2019
Oman – Infrastructure Projects
Megaprojects Are Taking Place in the Duqm Region of Oman
Massive investments are pending in the Omani special economic zone of Duqm. Projects worth US$ 33 billion are planned.
Published: 17 April 2019
Iran
Exchange Platform for Iran Trade with Questions
The new special-purpose vehicle INSTEX, established to promote trade with Iran, will be able to facilitate transactions a few months from now, although overall expectations are subdued.
Published: 01 March 2019
Saudi Arabia – Infrastructure & Transportation 2019
Saudi Arabia Further Expands Its Infrastructure
Transportation infrastructure is being expanded, especially airports and subways. Investment in wastewater treatment and seawater desalination plants is also high.
Published: 21 February 2019
Saudi Arabia – Construction & Materials 2019
The Construction Sector in Saudi Arabia Is Still Hoping for a Recovery
The building construction sector in Saudi Arabia has not yet overcome its slump in activity from 2016. The government is increasing its construction investments, but private investors remain cautious.
Published: 20 February 2019
Ghana – Sector Overview 2019
Despite a Mixed Economy, Opportunities Persist in Many Areas
The performance of Ghana’s economy varies greatly from sector to sector, although the country is far from an economic boom.
Published: 11 February 2019
Indonesia – Construction & Materials
Indonesia's Cement Sector Suffers from Overcapacity
Industry giant Semen Indonesia is acquiring 81 percent of its competitor Holcim, which belongs to Swiss group LaFargeHolcim. With the acquisition, Semen Indonesia increases its market share to 50 percent.
Published: 21 January 2019
China – Construction & Materials
Shenzhen Plans Landfill of up to 5,000 Hectares
Chinese city Shenzhen plans a huge landfill, as it needs room for 1.7 million apartments and commercial space. The local government therefore intends to fill 5,000 hectares of land.
Published: 21 January 2019