Understanding Tomorrow’s Growth Markets, Today
The global economic landscape is continuously changing, and since 1994 Oxford Business Group (OBG) has been at the forefront of mapping new trends in emerging economies. OBG operates in many of the world’s fastest-growing markets, offering internationally acclaimed intelligence on the trends that are shaping the future balance of economic power.
Founded
1994
Reports
500+
Countries Covered
30
About OBG
With its reports, research and editors regularly cited in the Financial Times, the BBC, the Economist and other leading media outlets, OBG is a recognised and respected source of business intelligence around the globe.
Balanced and insightful, OBG’s analysis utilises captivating data visualisation to provide compelling content for investors and the wider business community.
Our reports and research are used by top CEOs, government leaders and international decision-makers as key sources of business insight and intelligence.
Internationally Acclaimed.
Global Leader In Business Intelligence.
Our Solutions
OBG’s offering is continuously expanding to meet the needs of an ever-changing global economy, underscoring the company’s agility and ability to anticipate emerging trends.
The company provides its global audience with analysis and solutions to understand and take advantage of new opportunities in markets that are poised for growth and offer considerable return on investment.
OBG’s products and services leverage our network, expertise and insight. From extensively researched economic reports, to bespoke advisory services, leadership surveys and events, we provide clients with the sound business intelligence they need to make informed investment decisions.
Reports
The Report has provided in-depth analysis on growth markets since 1994, giving decision-makers the information they need to understand and leverage opportunities. Other publications include Covid-19 Response and Recovery Reports, showcasing pandemic response strategies and prospects for recovery; ESG Intelligence Reports, detailing organisations’ sustainability policies and plans for the future; and sector-specific reports, covering meaningful national or regional trends in key industries.
The Report: Oman 2023
Due to the hydrocarbons-focused nature of its economy, Oman was not immune to the global shocks of the past decade. The government is therefore pursuing economic diversification, with specific sectors being strategically targeted for development. The authorities have also rolled...
The Report: Kuwait 2022
The economy of Kuwait has long been underpinned by the production and export of crude oil. Although the rise in energy prices in 2021-22 boosted government revenue and macroeconomic stability, the Covid-19 pandemic, which preceded the commodity price boom...
The Report: Saudi Arabia 2022
Saudi Arabia has undergone significant reforms to foster growth and diversification. While some initiatives were delayed during the Covid-19 pandemic, progress in areas such as the digital economy accelerated. Aided by elevated oil prices in 2022, strategies underlined in Vision 2030...
Consulting & Advisory Services
Oxford Business Group Consulting & Advisory provides a wide array of bespoke research, consultancy and thought-leadership services. From competitor and demand analysis, to market entry and comparison, we leverage our well-established international network to develop tailored reports that help our clients make informed decisions and investments, as well as develop their profile.
West & Central Africa ESG report 2023
Several West and Central African countries have incorporated the UN Sustainable Development Goals in their respective economic growth strategies, driven by a desire from...
Libya Free Zones ESG Report 2023
Given the supply chain disruptions since the Covid-19 pandemic, investment in ports and free zones has become more crucial to the global economy and the resilience...
Oman's special economic and free trade zones
Recent disruptions to global supply chains and recognition from policymakers about the urgent need to diversify the economy are combining to stimulate industrial...
ESG in Indonesia: Access to Finance
Indonesia continues to leverage sustainable finance, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as investor priorities shift towards ESG metrics...
Articles & Interviews
OBG produces regular economic research on the markets we cover, available on our website, via email subscription and RSS, and on research platforms such as Bloomberg, Dow Jones and S&P Global Market Intelligence, among many others. Free to access, our Economic News and Views are designed for those looking for regular updates on key sector developments.
Emerging markets invest in film media to extend their global reach
As audiences return to entertainment in physical venues following the Covid-19 pandemic, several emerging markets are looking to film and media...
Gulf countries developing regulatory frameworks for decentralised finance
As GCC countries look to harness new forms of financial technology (fintech) such as blockchain, deepen their financial services and expand financial inclusion, governments...
Demographic and tech shifts alter the distribution of global talent
As the global economy continues to adapt to ongoing macroeconomic shocks, many countries are looking to boost human capital through training programmes...
What China’s uneven economic recovery means for emerging markets
After three years of rolling Covid-19 lockdowns and trade disruptions, China posted faster-than-expected GDP growth in the first quarter of 2023, at 4.5% year-on-year...
CEO Surveys
OBG CEO Surveys are designed to assess business sentiment among business leaders – CEOs or equivalent – and their outlook for the upcoming 12 months on an anonymous basis. They are conducted across a wide range of industries, company sizes and functional specialties.
Global CEO Survey: What is on the horizon for emerging markets?
While the recovery period following the Covid-19 pandemic saw the unlocking of major capital in emerging markets, inflationary pressures, fluctuating commodity prices and geopolitical concerns have since tempered the global...
ESG CEO Survey: Is the board room getting greener?
Across government departments, corporate board rooms and management meetings, the implementation of environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies is at the forefront of current planning...
Next steps: Where do Egyptian business leaders see things heading in 2021?
A relevant market straddling both Africa and the Middle East, Egypt's dynamic and varied economy as well as its large and fast growing population have made the country a key investment centre across both of these...
Events & Roundtables
Oxford Business Group is the research partner for over 800 major business conferences annually in the five continents. To enquire about booking an OBG speaker or featuring OBG research at your event, please email us via the form on our contact page.
Smart Infrastructure Development in Indonesia
Digitalisation has the potential to impact large parts of the Construction & Real Estate value chain, and where future value will be generated. OBG, in partnership with PwC, has invited key stakeholders in the construction and real estate industries in Indonesia to participate in...
What will be the legacy of Dubai Expo 2020?
With the event expected to contribute approximately Dh122.6bn ($33.4bn) to Dubai’s economy between 2013 and 2031, a wide range of sectors – including financial services, infrastructure, construction, real estate, hospitality, tourism and transport...
Roundtable on critical issues for the Peruvian mining sector in 2019
The conversation looked at three major themes: bringing technology to the forefront of all mining activity to boost productivity and increase margins; forecasting and adapting to the future of commodities on a global scale; and discussing a mining new deal to explore how to create...
Global Platform Video
OBG Global Platform showcases government, economic and business leaders in visually compelling video interviews designed to achieve maximum impact with a global audience. These interviews are an avenue to share unique insights into a wide variety of countries, sectors and issues, and establish the interviewee as an expert in their field.