Bahrain

Although the tax burden is very low, economic freedom has fallen in Bahrain and the public debt ratio is the highest regionally. Economic recovery is under way and inflationary pressures are less than elsewhere globally, but considerable reliance on…

This report assesses the business environment in Bahrain, focusing on the regulatory environment, stability of the financial system, FDI intake, labour market flexibility and skillset, trade openness, mobility infrastructure, ICT adoption and…

The number of households is set to increase rapidly in Bahrain over 2021-2040, with single person becoming the dominant household type. While household earnings will reach pre-pandemic levels by 2023, the fastest household expenditure growth is set…

The economy in Bahrain expanded in real terms in 2022, driven by increasing public and private consumption, capital investment and external demand. However, global economic slowdown, elevated inflationary pressures and tightening financial conditions…

Insight into income, wealth and expenditure of consumers and households is vital in helping businesses make strategic decisions with regard to which country (or even which region within a country) to enter, which consumer segment to target, which…

The landscape in which businesses operate has an impact on the supply chains and regulatory matters while offering scope for innovation and new ways of doing business. Insights on key sectors directly related to the environmental sustainability of a…