Middle East & Africa

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Is South Africa Facing More Economic Trouble Ahead?

Hopes have receded for a steady recovery of South Africa’s fragile economy with the downgrade earlier this month of the country’s credit rating to junk status.

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How the Immigration Ban Will Impact U.S. Businesses

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Though temporary, the Trump administration's immigration ban could undermine the long-term reputation of the U.S. as a reliable place to do business.

The Growing Clout of Rural Consumers

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Companies and governments cannot afford to ignore the rising clout of the rural consumer, argues author and marketing professor Vijay Mahajan in his new book.

Middle East Youth Unemployment: Can Startups Help?

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Young job seekers in the Middle East say they want to work at startups. But according to a new study, they prefer the security of working for government or a[…]

Will OPEC’s Cut in Oil Output Help U.S. Producers? Absolutely

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OPEC'S production cuts may boost oil prices a bit more. But higher prices would quickly bring idle U.S. shale production back online, limiting future price gains.

Iran without Sanctions: What Has Changed?

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Royal Dutch Shell and Boeing are just two companies that have ventured into Iran’s market following the partial removal of sanctions against the country. But nearly a year after so-called[…]

Can Grass-roots Reforms Reverse South Africa’s Stunted Growth?

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In South Africa, economic resources have been transferred to a new elite, while the poor receive little.

How Inheritance Rights Changed the Lives of Kenyan Women

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A law that granted inheritance rights to Kenyan women resulted in greater empowerment and gains in their levels of education and health.

Can Israel Expand Its Startup Culture To Nearby Regions?

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Israel has seen a huge economic transformation -- from a land of agriculture and refugees to a high-tech superstar. Can it help neighbors join the success?

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