Iran

Corruption and a weak rule of law make Iran ‘repressed’ for economic freedom, as does significant state control over society. Although higher oil prices will boost the economy in the short run, sanctions and elevated inflation will weigh on economic…

Iran will experience moderate economic growth in 2021. The economy should grow in real terms, as the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic recedes and energy prices recover somewhat. However, the impact of US sanctions will continue to be a drag. The new…

The commodities country overview provides comprehensive data on production, consumption and price trends in key commodities markets. The commodities overview in Iran covers production and consumption trends in agricultural commodities, energy…

The number of households is set to increase moderately in Iran over 2021-2040, with couples with children remaining the dominant household type. While household earnings have already recovered from the COVID-19 impact, the fastest household…

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…

Economies that offer an efficient, fast and inexpensive path to starting a business enjoy great dynamism and high FDI intake. A country with a competitive business environment is offering sound transport and ICT infrastructure; an effective juridical…

Although Ahvaz and Tehran remain Iran’s most economically vibrant cities, Karaj is expected to hold the greatest potential for future economic growth. However, challenges for the country’s cities will persist – rapid urbanisation and population…

The report provides information on the economic landscape, major monetary indicators, foreign trade, investments and government finance in Iran. In 2021, the country’s economy expanded in real terms, driven by increasing domestic consumption, public…

The landscape in which businesses operate has an impact on the supply chain 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…

Population growth will be driven by natural increase as net migration rates remain negative in 2021-2040. The ageing trend is set to accelerate with rapid growth in the 70+ age cohorts. Consumer trends will transform, and state resources will come…