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Country Insights: Human Resource Potential
March 13, 2024 11:30 AM UTC
The most recent update of our Country Insights model places Ireland, China and Belarus as strong performers in the Human Resource Potential factor. In contrast, Iraq, Equatorial Guinea and Congo rank at the top bottom of the ranking.
March 12, 2024
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Country Insights: Demography
March 11, 2024 11:27 AM UTC
The most recent update of our Country Insights model places several African countries at the top of the Demography factor ranking, including Zambia, Uganda, Tanzania and others. In contrast, some European countries such as Croatia, Italy and Greece rank at the bottom of the list.
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February 13, 2024
BJP's Political Confidence Shines Through in India's FY25 Interim Budget
February 13, 2024 10:44 AM UTC
India's interim budget for FY25 presented ahead of the upcoming general election, reflects the government's commitment to economic growth, infrastructure development, and fiscal responsibility. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted key aspects of the budget, emphasizing a multi-pronged app
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December 07, 2023
MENA: Human Resource Potential
December 7, 2023 3:18 PM UTC
The Human Resource Potential factor measures the extent to which the country's economy is able to make use of its human resources. It assesses levels of education, employment, labor force participation, and labor market rigidity. In our latest update for the third quarter of 2023 (here), the UAE, Ba
LATAM: Health Scores
December 7, 2023 1:55 PM UTC
The Health factor measures the basic health of the population, as reflected by mortality levels (infant, child, maternal), current life expectancy at birth, and the ability of the health system to deliver vaccinations. In our latest update for the third quarter of 2023 (here), Chile, Uruguay, and Co
December 06, 2023
Global Country Strength Index Scores
December 6, 2023 4:24 PM UTC
The Country Strength Index reflects a country’s macroeconomic, growth potential, political, and social strength. In particular, it is based on the four model’s pillars – external adjustment capacity, institutional robustness, medium-term growth potential, and social inclusion. In our latest up
October 23, 2023
Asia and Elections: Country Risk
October 23, 2023 7:29 AM UTC
Asia Regional Overview
India continues to be an investor haven supported by strong economic growth and stable policy guidance. The political environment is heating up in India as well, as the country prepares for regional elections in five states in end-2023 and then for the larger general elections
October 20, 2023
Asia Country Risk Ratings
October 20, 2023 3:21 PM UTC
Cambodia
Cambodia’s overall risk level remains medium high. Samdech Hun Sen remains the prime minister of the country and leader of Cambodia’s People Party (CPP) and has been since 1985. Hun Sen won the 2023 election with a 76.85%, winning 120 out of the 125 seats. The leader of the Cambodia Nati
Middle East and North Africa: Country Risk Ratings
October 20, 2023 3:18 PM UTC
Algeria
Algeria’s overall risk remains medium high. Since Abdelmadjid Tebboune assumed office in December 2019, a series of popular policies have been implemented, contributing to an enhancement of government and political stability. Notwithstanding, a number of challenges persist, making political
October 19, 2023
EM Europe/CIS: Country Risk Ratings
October 19, 2023 10:33 AM UTC
Armenia
Armenia’s overall risk level remains medium high. Vahagn Khachaturyan continues to be the president of Armenia after being in elected in March 2022, after the resignation of his predecessor. Political violence remains medium high and political interference and legal & regulatory risk at a m
Africa: Country Risk Ratings
October 19, 2023 9:19 AM UTC
Angola
Angola’s overall risk has decreased to a medium high level. In 2022 Lourenco was re-elected, after the previous presidency of Jose dos Santos that had lasted 38 years up to 2017. The new government has tried to increase investment from abroad through various policies, such as fiscal consolid
Eastern Europe and CIS: Country Risk
October 19, 2023 9:02 AM UTC
Eastern Europe and CIS Regional Overview
The main issue across the Eastern Europe and CIS region is still the Russia - Ukraine war, which remains deadlocked. Taking into account that the winter is arriving (as Russia prefers to keep low level activity during the winter time), in addition to Russia’
October 18, 2023
Latin and Central America: Country Risk
October 18, 2023 9:23 AM UTC
Latin and Central America Regional Overview
During the last quarter, Brazil experienced a period of relative stability with no major significant events. President Lula has maintained his position of authority, while the opposition forces remain comparatively subdued. Some changes in the cabinet were
October 17, 2023
Sub Sahara Africa: Country Risk
October 17, 2023 2:19 PM UTC
South Africa economic problems remain acute with large power cuts during the winter season and the logistic and transport crisis restraining production and exports. The government is trying to make progress on both fronts, but progress remains slow. Though the G7 and China has separately offered hel
September 01, 2023
Investment Attractiveness in European Countries
September 1, 2023 12:59 PM UTC
Source: Continuum Economics
The Investment Attractiveness Index weights three pillars of our Country Insights model; namely, external adjustment capacity, institutional robustness, and medium-term growth potential. In our latest update for the second quarter of 2023 (here), Denmark, Poland, and Norwa