MENA Economic Outlook 2026
Global Business
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58m
At a time when many global markets face uncertainties, the Middle East stands out as a region of resilience, transformation, and opportunity.
Join us for an exclusive outlook on the Middle East’s rapidly evolving economic and investment environment, presented in partnership with the Investing Network and EY. This isn’t your typical market briefing; it’s an “only in YPO” conversation grounded in lived experience, real-world insight, and candid dialogue you won’t find in public forums. YPOers will explore the region’s core economic fundamentals, the flow of foreign direct investment, and the drivers behind recent M&A activity. Gain clarity on the new corporate tax environment in the UAE, emerging regulatory frameworks, and what these shifts mean for cross-border capital deployment. The session will also highlight IPO activity and the maturation of regional capital markets, including how local exchanges are attracting unprecedented global interest. This is a prime opportunity for investors and business leaders seeking diversification and growth. This conversation offers a rare perspective, context, and connection, delivering the insight needed to understand why the Middle East has become one of the world’s most compelling investment stories.
Key takeaways include:
- M&A activity and deal volumes.
- Foreign Direct Investment flows.
- Regulatory and structural changes.
- IPO market and capital markets development.
- Market fundamentals and opportunity assessment.
Get the perspective behind the headlines and the insights to act on them.
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