Egypt hopes to lure back wary tourists with 3D-scanned pyramids Published by Simon Thuault on 4 February 2016 In an attempt to revive Egypt’s crucial tourism industry, its government has launched a series of sensational projects.
Allan Gray on finding investment opportunities in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 6 May 2015 Investing in Africa has its constraints, but the continent also presents a range of compelling opportunities.
Political instability – both an opportunity and challenge for business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 November 2014 “Political instability and change can inspire action… but it can also bring the business to a halt at other times.”
Reasons to be upbeat about retail in Egypt Published by Dalia Abdellatif on 3 November 2014 The new government is expected to bring stability to the country, which will eventually be reflected in consumer spending and confidence.
From Egypt to Zimbabwe: Seeing profits where others see instability Published by Kate Douglas on 17 September 2014 “Investors should focus on positioning themselves on the right side of policy, as opposed to politics.”
Why it’s prime time to invest in Egypt now Published by Mohamed Zin El Abidine on 16 September 2014 Business research company Infomineo explains why it decided to set up its second African office in Egypt.
What you should know about Egypt’s demographics Published by Kate Douglas on 2 October 2012 Whilst last year’s political turmoil in North Africa may have been off-putting to potential investors in the region, Egypt’s evolving demographics are appealing.
Egypt: Beyond Tahrir Square Published by Mert Yildiz on 27 October 2011 Mert Yildiz, an economist at Renaissance Capital, argues that Egypt is at a pivotal point and could potentially be the success story of the decade, provided it travels down the right economic/political path.
No reason to rush into the Egyptian market, says Imara Published by Claude Harding on 19 September 2011 Pan-African financial services group Imara has indicated to international investors there is no great need to leap into Egyptian equity markets following the ‘Arab Spring’.
Strong sell-off as Egyptian stock exchange reopens Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 25 March 2011 The Egyptian stock exchange finally reopened on Wednesday this week after having been closed for approximately seven weeks following political upheaval in that country.
Egypt will eventually find its way back to investors’ hearts Published by Zin Bekkali on 9 February 2011 The Arab world has moved into unchartered territory during the past few weeks but the recent events will not derail the economic development of the region.
Egypt ‘contagion’ unlikely in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Claude Harding on 4 February 2011 Though some Middle East and North Africa (MENA) equity markets fell at times by 20% or more following popular unrest in Tunisia and Egypt, there is a relatively low risk of ‘Egyptian contagion’.
Unrest seen in Egypt might spread to Algeria Published by Staff Writer on 2 February 2011 The unrest in Egypt might spread to other countries with high unemployment rates, such as Algeria, Standard & Poor’s said today.
Heineken suspends production in Egypt Published by Staff Writer on 31 January 2011 Heineken NV, the world’s third-largest brewer by volume, said on Monday it had halted production in Egypt as protesters intensified their campaign to force President Hosni Mubarak to stand down.