Middle East and Central Asia
2008
May 12, 2008
Regional Economic Outlook: Middle East and Central Asia, May 2008 -- Table of Contents
Description: The Middle East and Central Asia region grew at 6.5 percent in 2007, marking its best five-year performance over the past 30 years. So far, the turmoil in international financial markets has had a limited impact on the region, and the short-term outlook remains very favorable. The report reviews recent economic developments, assesses the outlook for the coming year, and discusses key policy challenges. In addition, it takes a closer look at both regional topics--such as the rise in inflation in the GCC countries, intraregional capital flows, developments in oil markets, developments in real estate prices, and sovereign wealth funds--and country reviews for Algeria, Georgia, Iraq, and West Bank and Gaza.
2007
October 29, 2007
Regional Economic Outlook: Middle East and Central Asia, October 2007 -- Table of Contents
May 29, 2007
Regional Economic Outlook: Middle East and Central Asia, May 2007 -- Table of Contents
Description: Strong economic performance across the Middle East and Central Asia is examined against the background of high prices for energy and other commodities. Common economic trends are presented, while prospects and policies are reviewed for the coming year in light of the global economic environment. This latest REO includes boxes treating specific regional topics, such as financial sector reforms and integration in Maghreb countries; economic developments in oil-exporting countries in response to changes in petroleum prices; and the growth boom in the Caucasus and Central Asia.
2006
September 15, 2006
Middle East and Central Asia Regional Economic Outlook, September 2006-- Table of Contents
Description: The report provides a broad synopsis of recent economic developments and prospects in the countries covered by the IMF's Middle East and Central Asia Department.
2005
September 30, 2005