AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRegional Outlook: The IMF warned that a prolonged Middle East conflict threatens recovery, forecasting a 4.8% contraction across GCC economies and a 3.3% decline in Saudi Arabia. Energy and Investment Risk: Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities and disruption risks around Hormuz are raising pressure on energy flows and Saudi Arabia’s investment ambitions. Egypt Investment: Egypt’s FDI rose 55% to $9.3 billion in the first half of FY2025/26, while the cabinet approved 30 public-private projects worth $771 million. Türkiye Trade: Foreign investment in Türkiye fell 35% to $6.85 billion in the first eight months of 2026, even as trade with the EU reached a record $233 billion amid progress on customs-union talks.
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