World, Regional, & National Economic Outlook
Middle East & Central Asia (MECA) UAE, KSA, and other Arabian Gulf
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Overview:
This factsheet, based on IMF data, showcases UAE, KSA, & Arabian Gulf economic projections spanning from 2025 to 2029.
UAE Growth Trajectory
- The UAE is expected to perform well throughout the forecast:
- Achieve robust growth of 5.05% in 2025.
- Sustains steady growth at 5.05% in 2026.
- Transition to moderation between 2027 and 2029.
- Maintains above 4% growth throughout the forecast period.
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Shows most consistent high growth among Gulf economies.
GDP Growth
No Data Found
Saudi Arabia Outlook:
- Highlights of the 2025-2029 Economic Trajectory:
- In 2025, it is projected to show a strong rebound, reaching 4.57%.
- From 2026 to 2029, expect gradual moderation.
- Stabilizes around 3.5% in later years.
GDP Growth
No Data Found
Regional Context and Trends: Gulf States-Qatar :
- Qatar exhibits significant volatility:
- Peaks at 7.87% in 2027.
- Growth Rate accelrate by 6.01 pointes between 2025 & 2027.
- Sharp decline to 1.56% by 2029.
- Growth rate is expected to drop by 4.35 points between 2026 & 2027.
- Growth rate is expected to drop by 1.96 points between 2027 and 2028.
GDP Growth
No Data Found
Regional Context and Trends: Gulf States-Bahrain :
- Bahrain Exhibits Stable Yet Moderate Growth:
- Rate hovers around 2.8-3.0%.
- Demonstrates economic stability with a 5.02% variation in growth rates.
- Projected to grow at 2.9% on average, peaking at 3.2% in 2025 and dipping to 2.8% in 2027.
GDP Growth
No Data Found
Regional Context and Trends: Gulf States-Kuwait :
- Regional Context and Trends: Gulf States-Kuwait :
- Growth is projected to reach 3.30% by 2025.
- Stabilizes around 2.6% by 2029.
GDP Growth
No Data Found
Regional Context and Trends: Gulf States-Oman
- Oman Exhibits The Following :
- Growth begins at 1.01% in 2024.
- Growth triples to 3.08% in 2025.
- Sharp acceleration occurs through 2026.
- Peak growth reaches 4.361% in 2026.
- 2nd half average of 3.723% outperforms 1st half “2.822% “.
GDP Growth
No Data Found
In Summary
The UAE’s consistent performance highlights its successful economic diversification, while Saudi Arabia’s more moderate growth reflects its ongoing economic transition. Meanwhile, the varying performance across the region indicates that countries are at different stages of economic development: Qatar may peak at 7.87% in 2027 but faces volatility. Kuwait aims for steady growth at 3.30%, while Bahrain shows moderate stability around 2.9%.
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