Economy Bites | A monthly economic update podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/economy-bite-a-monthly-economic-update-podcast Join our industry experts in this new monthly podcast series as we share the region’s economic update and help you stay current on the latest updates across the GCC. © 2026 PwC Middle East e23dce88-c5ad-5cb3-b23d-a7b543d59269 no en Sun, 03 May 2026 05:48:18 -0700 Sun, 03 May 2026 05:49:16 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/SOwwz1QAbqjs-l4wDCbgZ_OIPYL0BFU_pwuv6pECR0E/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84MzJl/Mjk0MGVmY2Q1MmZi/MDY1MGJlYzYxNWZi/NmY5MC5KUEc.jpg Economy Bites | A monthly economic update podcast episodic PwC Middle East Join our industry experts in this new monthly podcast series as we share the region’s economic update and help you stay current on the latest updates across the GCC. Join our industry experts in this new monthly podcast series as we share the region’s economic update and help you stay current on the latest updates across the GCC. Arooj Khan No No Episode 28 - Economy Bites 28 28 Episode 28 - Economy Bites full 8e9079e7-5bbd-43d7-927b-940c049c6a38 https://share.transistor.fm/s/988f10b1 In this episode, we explore the economic impact of the recent Middle East conflict, from disruptions in aviation and energy markets to rising financial risks and shifting business confidence. We also examine how governments and businesses are responding, focusing on resilience, liquidity, and the path to recovery. 

]]> In this episode, we explore the economic impact of the recent Middle East conflict, from disruptions in aviation and energy markets to rising financial risks and shifting business confidence. We also examine how governments and businesses are responding, focusing on resilience, liquidity, and the path to recovery. 

]]> Sun, 03 May 2026 05:48:18 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 596 In this episode, we explore the economic impact of the recent Middle East conflict, from disruptions in aviation and energy markets to rising financial risks and shifting business confidence. We also examine how governments and businesses are responding, focusing on resilience, liquidity, and the path to recovery. 

]]> No Episode 27 - Economy Bites 27 27 Episode 27 - Economy Bites full fe74e7e9-0f50-44c9-928c-0deddced08ab https://share.transistor.fm/s/c36cfc82 Our new report: Saudi Economy Watch is now live 

In our latest audio podcast we explore Saudi Arabia’s accelerating diversification journey, with non-oil sectors now contributing to 56% of GDP and a growing focus on productivity, exports, and private investment.

Listen as as we unpack the new growth framework shaping more resilient, high-quality, and self-sustaining growth in Saudi Arabia.


]]> Our new report: Saudi Economy Watch is now live 

In our latest audio podcast we explore Saudi Arabia’s accelerating diversification journey, with non-oil sectors now contributing to 56% of GDP and a growing focus on productivity, exports, and private investment.

Listen as as we unpack the new growth framework shaping more resilient, high-quality, and self-sustaining growth in Saudi Arabia.


]]> Sat, 28 Feb 2026 23:52:59 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 610 Our new report: Saudi Economy Watch is now live 

In our latest audio podcast we explore Saudi Arabia’s accelerating diversification journey, with non-oil sectors now contributing to 56% of GDP and a growing focus on productivity, exports, and private investment.

Listen as as we unpack the new growth framework shaping more resilient, high-quality, and self-sustaining growth in Saudi Arabia.


]]> No Episode 26 - Economy Bites 26 26 Episode 26 - Economy Bites full 46f35ac7-7983-43b4-b4ff-558f2e30e568 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7bdfce6
In our latest edition of Economy Bites Parter Jing Teow explores the region’s resilience and the five themes shaping the year ahead.

From diversified trade and stronger supply chains to AI deployment, workforce transformation, and fiscal discipline, these priorities are positioning the Middle East for sustainable growth despite global uncertainty in 2026 and beyond

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In our latest edition of Economy Bites Parter Jing Teow explores the region’s resilience and the five themes shaping the year ahead.

From diversified trade and stronger supply chains to AI deployment, workforce transformation, and fiscal discipline, these priorities are positioning the Middle East for sustainable growth despite global uncertainty in 2026 and beyond

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In our latest edition of Economy Bites Parter Jing Teow explores the region’s resilience and the five themes shaping the year ahead.

From diversified trade and stronger supply chains to AI deployment, workforce transformation, and fiscal discipline, these priorities are positioning the Middle East for sustainable growth despite global uncertainty in 2026 and beyond

]]> No Episode 25 - Economy Bites 25 25 Episode 25 - Economy Bites full ab1a8f81-56c5-44d8-88bb-b2bfde865d52 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd862e43  In this Economy Bites episode, we highlight the pressure on markets as OPEC+ supply outpaces demand and discuss what this means for GCC fiscal planning. We also spotlight the strength of the non-oil economy and the region’s growing trade links with Asia and Africa. 

]]>  In this Economy Bites episode, we highlight the pressure on markets as OPEC+ supply outpaces demand and discuss what this means for GCC fiscal planning. We also spotlight the strength of the non-oil economy and the region’s growing trade links with Asia and Africa. 

]]> Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:36:45 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 457  In this Economy Bites episode, we highlight the pressure on markets as OPEC+ supply outpaces demand and discuss what this means for GCC fiscal planning. We also spotlight the strength of the non-oil economy and the region’s growing trade links with Asia and Africa. 

]]> No Episode 24 - Economy Bites 24 24 Episode 24 - Economy Bites full bb75c127-6e38-4fb0-b8e1-b59b6f5add0e https://share.transistor.fm/s/aca5feb8
In this October Economy Bites episode Partner, Jing Teow discusses the current US-China trade tensions as they continue to shape the global economic landscape — from new port fees and export rules on rare earths to halted soybean imports and tighter control over critical minerals.  
Amid these shifts, GCC economies remain resilient — with growth projected around 3.5%, supported by diversification and steady non-oil momentum. 
As global supply chains recalibrate, strategic diversification and regional collaboration will be key to sustained growth and stability. 

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In this October Economy Bites episode Partner, Jing Teow discusses the current US-China trade tensions as they continue to shape the global economic landscape — from new port fees and export rules on rare earths to halted soybean imports and tighter control over critical minerals.  
Amid these shifts, GCC economies remain resilient — with growth projected around 3.5%, supported by diversification and steady non-oil momentum. 
As global supply chains recalibrate, strategic diversification and regional collaboration will be key to sustained growth and stability. 

]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2025 01:51:25 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 543
In this October Economy Bites episode Partner, Jing Teow discusses the current US-China trade tensions as they continue to shape the global economic landscape — from new port fees and export rules on rare earths to halted soybean imports and tighter control over critical minerals.  
Amid these shifts, GCC economies remain resilient — with growth projected around 3.5%, supported by diversification and steady non-oil momentum. 
As global supply chains recalibrate, strategic diversification and regional collaboration will be key to sustained growth and stability. 

]]> No Episode 23 - Economy Bites 23 23 Episode 23 - Economy Bites full 8affe5b6-dd0c-4171-b3be-a47086798d0a https://share.transistor.fm/s/1ff1698f In our September Economy Bites episode, Partner and Middle East Chief Economist Richard Boxshall examines the decline in oil prices, with Brent crude potentially dropping to $60 per barrel in the next quarter and even $50 by 2026. 

 Despite these shifts, both Saudi Arabia and the UAE are experiencing steady GDP growth of around 4%, supported by both oil and strong non-oil sectors.  Across the region, non-oil private sectors remain resilient, with PMI scores consistently above 50, indicating healthy expansion.

]]> In our September Economy Bites episode, Partner and Middle East Chief Economist Richard Boxshall examines the decline in oil prices, with Brent crude potentially dropping to $60 per barrel in the next quarter and even $50 by 2026. 

 Despite these shifts, both Saudi Arabia and the UAE are experiencing steady GDP growth of around 4%, supported by both oil and strong non-oil sectors.  Across the region, non-oil private sectors remain resilient, with PMI scores consistently above 50, indicating healthy expansion.

]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:27:08 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 449 In our September Economy Bites episode, Partner and Middle East Chief Economist Richard Boxshall examines the decline in oil prices, with Brent crude potentially dropping to $60 per barrel in the next quarter and even $50 by 2026. 

 Despite these shifts, both Saudi Arabia and the UAE are experiencing steady GDP growth of around 4%, supported by both oil and strong non-oil sectors.  Across the region, non-oil private sectors remain resilient, with PMI scores consistently above 50, indicating healthy expansion.

]]> No Episode 22 - Economy Bites 22 22 Episode 22 - Economy Bites full 7b51401d-03e5-40e0-a0d2-2e95a81e2d9f https://share.transistor.fm/s/a185bd9d In this July edition of  Economy Bites, Partner Jing Teow discusses how US tariffs under President Trump have altered global trade patterns and raised inflation concerns, and what this means for the region. Importers are rerouting goods through ASEAN and the GCC as we now rapidly position ourselves as a strategic re-export hub, which carries risks and opportunities. In addition, Jing also focus on the implications of OPEC+ bringing forward planned increases in production quotas, and why this hasn’t had a huge impact on oil prices.

]]> In this July edition of  Economy Bites, Partner Jing Teow discusses how US tariffs under President Trump have altered global trade patterns and raised inflation concerns, and what this means for the region. Importers are rerouting goods through ASEAN and the GCC as we now rapidly position ourselves as a strategic re-export hub, which carries risks and opportunities. In addition, Jing also focus on the implications of OPEC+ bringing forward planned increases in production quotas, and why this hasn’t had a huge impact on oil prices.

]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:10:01 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 754 In this July edition of  Economy Bites, Partner Jing Teow discusses how US tariffs under President Trump have altered global trade patterns and raised inflation concerns, and what this means for the region. Importers are rerouting goods through ASEAN and the GCC as we now rapidly position ourselves as a strategic re-export hub, which carries risks and opportunities. In addition, Jing also focus on the implications of OPEC+ bringing forward planned increases in production quotas, and why this hasn’t had a huge impact on oil prices.

]]> No Episode 21 - Economy Bites 21 21 Episode 21 - Economy Bites full 8fac911b-f1e5-4cef-adb9-6738b1cddde6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3cb1ea70 In our June edition of Economy Bites – our Director of Economics, Jing Teow highlighted the economic implications of the recent conflict, noting that the equity market rally halted following the attacks on Iran and significance of the Strait of Hormuz for global oil trade. Jing also discussed the short-term impact on the GCC, including temporary airspace closures and disruptions to regional travel and tourism, which are expected to be temporary. Additionally, she emphasised the potential risks of re-escalation, including impacts on tourism, inflation, and investor confidence.

]]> In our June edition of Economy Bites – our Director of Economics, Jing Teow highlighted the economic implications of the recent conflict, noting that the equity market rally halted following the attacks on Iran and significance of the Strait of Hormuz for global oil trade. Jing also discussed the short-term impact on the GCC, including temporary airspace closures and disruptions to regional travel and tourism, which are expected to be temporary. Additionally, she emphasised the potential risks of re-escalation, including impacts on tourism, inflation, and investor confidence.

]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 06:17:27 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 722 In our June edition of Economy Bites – our Director of Economics, Jing Teow highlighted the economic implications of the recent conflict, noting that the equity market rally halted following the attacks on Iran and significance of the Strait of Hormuz for global oil trade. Jing also discussed the short-term impact on the GCC, including temporary airspace closures and disruptions to regional travel and tourism, which are expected to be temporary. Additionally, she emphasised the potential risks of re-escalation, including impacts on tourism, inflation, and investor confidence.

]]> No Episode 20 - Economy bites 20 20 Episode 20 - Economy bites full ed83007d-8602-4e94-aeae-e127e872eee2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bebdac65  | In this episode of Economy Bites, Director of Economics, Jing Teow discusses recent tariff agreements between the US, China, and UK, mentioning temporary relief but ongoing challenges. The discussion also highlights the impact on GCC nations, with lower GDP growth forecasts from the IMF, challenges for the oil sector, and fiscal pressures on Gulf economies. Also covered are President Trump's US$700 billion AI and technology deals during his recent visit to our region.

]]>  | In this episode of Economy Bites, Director of Economics, Jing Teow discusses recent tariff agreements between the US, China, and UK, mentioning temporary relief but ongoing challenges. The discussion also highlights the impact on GCC nations, with lower GDP growth forecasts from the IMF, challenges for the oil sector, and fiscal pressures on Gulf economies. Also covered are President Trump's US$700 billion AI and technology deals during his recent visit to our region.

]]> Tue, 27 May 2025 02:07:56 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 620  | In this episode of Economy Bites, Director of Economics, Jing Teow discusses recent tariff agreements between the US, China, and UK, mentioning temporary relief but ongoing challenges. The discussion also highlights the impact on GCC nations, with lower GDP growth forecasts from the IMF, challenges for the oil sector, and fiscal pressures on Gulf economies. Also covered are President Trump's US$700 billion AI and technology deals during his recent visit to our region.

]]> No Episode 19 - Economy bites 19 19 Episode 19 - Economy bites full 8043ab31-6563-4117-81e3-042161364a19 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e65a25b In this edition of Economy Bites, Jing Teow our Director of Economics, examines Trump's trade policy, its impact on global markets, and investor confidence. With a forecasted 1% drop in global trade volumes, the IMF predicts a half percentage point lower GDP growth. Jing also addresses the GCC countries' exposure to tariffs and risks from lower oil prices and dollar depreciation 

]]> In this edition of Economy Bites, Jing Teow our Director of Economics, examines Trump's trade policy, its impact on global markets, and investor confidence. With a forecasted 1% drop in global trade volumes, the IMF predicts a half percentage point lower GDP growth. Jing also addresses the GCC countries' exposure to tariffs and risks from lower oil prices and dollar depreciation 

]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:54:22 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 608 In this edition of Economy Bites, Jing Teow our Director of Economics, examines Trump's trade policy, its impact on global markets, and investor confidence. With a forecasted 1% drop in global trade volumes, the IMF predicts a half percentage point lower GDP growth. Jing also addresses the GCC countries' exposure to tariffs and risks from lower oil prices and dollar depreciation 

]]> No Episode 18 - Economy Bites 18 18 Episode 18 - Economy Bites full 6f1c5690-d5d5-4803-b707-de81a01c3597 https://share.transistor.fm/s/33dbfc2e In this month’s episode of Economy Bites, PwC’s Middle East Global Chief Economist Richard Boxshall delves into the impact of Trump's tariffs and how US economic policies are reshaping global trade dynamics. He highlights the global reaction to these shifts and in addition provides an analysis of the latest data from Saudi Arabia.

]]> In this month’s episode of Economy Bites, PwC’s Middle East Global Chief Economist Richard Boxshall delves into the impact of Trump's tariffs and how US economic policies are reshaping global trade dynamics. He highlights the global reaction to these shifts and in addition provides an analysis of the latest data from Saudi Arabia.

]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 02:12:15 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 400 In this month’s episode of Economy Bites, PwC’s Middle East Global Chief Economist Richard Boxshall delves into the impact of Trump's tariffs and how US economic policies are reshaping global trade dynamics. He highlights the global reaction to these shifts and in addition provides an analysis of the latest data from Saudi Arabia.

]]> No Episode 17 - Economy Bites 17 17 Episode 17 - Economy Bites full c819b98a-dd47-4334-a1ac-c66a8e5f2bbb https://share.transistor.fm/s/2c99d944 In this special edition of Economy Bites, Global Chief Economist Richard Boxshall shares the latest economic trends in the region from our recently launched Middle East Economy Watch: GCC strong growth and ambition, balanced with fiscal prudence.  

]]> In this special edition of Economy Bites, Global Chief Economist Richard Boxshall shares the latest economic trends in the region from our recently launched Middle East Economy Watch: GCC strong growth and ambition, balanced with fiscal prudence.  

]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:47:24 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 463 In this special edition of Economy Bites, Global Chief Economist Richard Boxshall shares the latest economic trends in the region from our recently launched Middle East Economy Watch: GCC strong growth and ambition, balanced with fiscal prudence.  

]]> No Episode 16 - Economy bites 16 16 Episode 16 - Economy bites full 7e67601d-2882-4f04-ab16-5caa893d15f0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9c32867c In this episode we share the five key themes shaping regional trends as we explore the forces set to define our evolving geoeconomic landscape in 2025. With a focus on fiscal prudence, tax reforms, AI innovation and urban transformation, the GCC is ready to navigate key economic shifts in the year ahead. 

]]> In this episode we share the five key themes shaping regional trends as we explore the forces set to define our evolving geoeconomic landscape in 2025. With a focus on fiscal prudence, tax reforms, AI innovation and urban transformation, the GCC is ready to navigate key economic shifts in the year ahead. 

]]> Wed, 22 Jan 2025 04:50:44 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 584 In this episode we share the five key themes shaping regional trends as we explore the forces set to define our evolving geoeconomic landscape in 2025. With a focus on fiscal prudence, tax reforms, AI innovation and urban transformation, the GCC is ready to navigate key economic shifts in the year ahead. 

]]> No Episode 15 - Economy bites 15 15 Episode 15 - Economy bites full 70a5393b-13a8-4f4e-b809-39989474b7da https://share.transistor.fm/s/94efc25a In this month’s Economy Bites episode PwC’s Middle East Director of Economics Jing Teow reflects on the global performance of 2024 and the global outlook for 2025 outlining stable yet flat growth and she shares how this compares to the forecast for the Middle East.

]]> In this month’s Economy Bites episode PwC’s Middle East Director of Economics Jing Teow reflects on the global performance of 2024 and the global outlook for 2025 outlining stable yet flat growth and she shares how this compares to the forecast for the Middle East.

]]> Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:20:25 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 551 In this month’s Economy Bites episode PwC’s Middle East Director of Economics Jing Teow reflects on the global performance of 2024 and the global outlook for 2025 outlining stable yet flat growth and she shares how this compares to the forecast for the Middle East.

]]> No Episode 14 - Economy Bites 14 14 Episode 14 - Economy Bites full 004e6d01-80d2-46e5-8a12-ac5c6f17f8e1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dc77b5c6 In this month’s Economy Bites episode PwC’s Global and Middle East Chief Economist Richard Boxshall highlights the challenges and opportunities for the Middle East on the likely implications of the recent US presidential election highlighting three key areas: energy policy , a strong dollar and a potential trade squeeze from proposed universal tariffs. Learn more about the nuances and the potential impact of Trump’s presidency on the region

]]> In this month’s Economy Bites episode PwC’s Global and Middle East Chief Economist Richard Boxshall highlights the challenges and opportunities for the Middle East on the likely implications of the recent US presidential election highlighting three key areas: energy policy , a strong dollar and a potential trade squeeze from proposed universal tariffs. Learn more about the nuances and the potential impact of Trump’s presidency on the region

]]> Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:18:14 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 318 In this month’s Economy Bites episode PwC’s Global and Middle East Chief Economist Richard Boxshall highlights the challenges and opportunities for the Middle East on the likely implications of the recent US presidential election highlighting three key areas: energy policy , a strong dollar and a potential trade squeeze from proposed universal tariffs. Learn more about the nuances and the potential impact of Trump’s presidency on the region

]]> No Episode 13- Economy bites 13 13 Episode 13- Economy bites full 5856e076-559b-4ece-99d2-5010676db0a7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3bdc892 Welcome to episode 13 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, PwC Middle East's Director of Economics.  This month Jing explores the factors driving the current muted response in the oil market, highlights the GCC’s expanding trade agenda and the diversification of trade relations beyond the traditional partners. Jing concludes with regional inflation dynamics which remain relatively subdued compared to the global average, however there are pockets of price pressure.

]]> Welcome to episode 13 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, PwC Middle East's Director of Economics.  This month Jing explores the factors driving the current muted response in the oil market, highlights the GCC’s expanding trade agenda and the diversification of trade relations beyond the traditional partners. Jing concludes with regional inflation dynamics which remain relatively subdued compared to the global average, however there are pockets of price pressure.

]]> Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:08:59 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 527 Welcome to episode 13 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, PwC Middle East's Director of Economics.  This month Jing explores the factors driving the current muted response in the oil market, highlights the GCC’s expanding trade agenda and the diversification of trade relations beyond the traditional partners. Jing concludes with regional inflation dynamics which remain relatively subdued compared to the global average, however there are pockets of price pressure.

]]> No Episode 12- Economy bites 12 12 Episode 12- Economy bites full c9acea39-c536-4c71-a164-c9a207a1911b https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a58e111 Welcome to episode 12 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, PwC's Global Chief Economist.  This month Richard shares the latest OPEC+announcements and the implications of these on the oil sector and the economy.  In addition he shares highlights from our newly launched Middle East Economy Watch. In our latest September edition we explore the Egyptian economic turnaround and the impact of AI on the region's economy.

]]> Welcome to episode 12 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, PwC's Global Chief Economist.  This month Richard shares the latest OPEC+announcements and the implications of these on the oil sector and the economy.  In addition he shares highlights from our newly launched Middle East Economy Watch. In our latest September edition we explore the Egyptian economic turnaround and the impact of AI on the region's economy.

]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:49:50 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 333 Welcome to episode 12 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, PwC's Global Chief Economist.  This month Richard shares the latest OPEC+announcements and the implications of these on the oil sector and the economy.  In addition he shares highlights from our newly launched Middle East Economy Watch. In our latest September edition we explore the Egyptian economic turnaround and the impact of AI on the region's economy.

]]> No Episode 11 - Economy bites 11 11 Episode 11 - Economy bites full 03120e61-fced-46a6-ba5f-72047f6d1baa https://share.transistor.fm/s/95c753c4 Welcome to episode 11 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, Pwc Middle East's Director of Economics and Sustainability.  This month Jing shares the latest OPEC+ announcements and the implications of these on the GCC oil sector and economy.  In addition, we provide an update on inflation across our region and the latest on data on PMIs which continue to show robust growth in the GCC’s non oil sectors.  

]]> Welcome to episode 11 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, Pwc Middle East's Director of Economics and Sustainability.  This month Jing shares the latest OPEC+ announcements and the implications of these on the GCC oil sector and economy.  In addition, we provide an update on inflation across our region and the latest on data on PMIs which continue to show robust growth in the GCC’s non oil sectors.  

]]> Wed, 26 Jun 2024 06:21:46 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 429 Welcome to episode 11 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, Pwc Middle East's Director of Economics and Sustainability.  This month Jing shares the latest OPEC+ announcements and the implications of these on the GCC oil sector and economy.  In addition, we provide an update on inflation across our region and the latest on data on PMIs which continue to show robust growth in the GCC’s non oil sectors.  

]]> No Episode 10 - Economy bites 10 10 Episode 10 - Economy bites full 90cb987e-2f37-41c2-af05-663e9b9b1f9a https://share.transistor.fm/s/76041d7e Welcome to episode 10 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, PwC Middle East's Director of Economics and Sustainability.  This month Jing shares her view on the global economy and the impact this is having on our region.  With moderate growth predicted in MENA over 2024 this is expected to strengthen in 2025.

]]> Welcome to episode 10 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, PwC Middle East's Director of Economics and Sustainability.  This month Jing shares her view on the global economy and the impact this is having on our region.  With moderate growth predicted in MENA over 2024 this is expected to strengthen in 2025.

]]> Fri, 24 May 2024 21:52:51 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 402 Welcome to episode 10 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Jing Teow, PwC Middle East's Director of Economics and Sustainability.  This month Jing shares her view on the global economy and the impact this is having on our region.  With moderate growth predicted in MENA over 2024 this is expected to strengthen in 2025.

]]> No Episode 9 -Economy Bites 9 9 Episode 9 -Economy Bites full cb0f9082-812c-4446-b1a0-39566bfca65d https://share.transistor.fm/s/26ffa599 Welcome to episode 9 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, PwC Middle East's Chief Economist.  This month Richard shares highlights from our latest Economy Watch report including the impact oil cuts are having on our region, the growth in the non oil economy and alternative trade routes.

]]> Welcome to episode 9 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, PwC Middle East's Chief Economist.  This month Richard shares highlights from our latest Economy Watch report including the impact oil cuts are having on our region, the growth in the non oil economy and alternative trade routes.

]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2024 20:15:06 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 390 Welcome to episode 9 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, PwC Middle East's Chief Economist.  This month Richard shares highlights from our latest Economy Watch report including the impact oil cuts are having on our region, the growth in the non oil economy and alternative trade routes.

]]> No Episode 8 - Economy Bites 8 8 Episode 8 - Economy Bites full c33bd0c7-74e6-4169-8cd2-c31d5874b9fb https://share.transistor.fm/s/62aa0cbb Welcome to episode 8 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, Partner and Chief Economist in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East.  Richard takes a look at the regional Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), the Oil Markets and the 2023 Fiscal outturn for KSA. 

]]> Welcome to episode 8 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, Partner and Chief Economist in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East.  Richard takes a look at the regional Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), the Oil Markets and the 2023 Fiscal outturn for KSA. 

]]> Thu, 29 Feb 2024 03:13:54 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 404 Welcome to episode 8 of Economy Bites.  In this episode we are joined by Richard Boxshall, Partner and Chief Economist in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East.  Richard takes a look at the regional Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), the Oil Markets and the 2023 Fiscal outturn for KSA. 

]]> No Episode 7 - Economy Bites 7 7 Episode 7 - Economy Bites full 59263ab1-5aa1-42bc-9004-b5092a0df47a https://share.transistor.fm/s/3bdb57b5 Welcome to episode 7 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the five prevailing themes across the GCC this year and the wider impact they will have on the region's economies, particularly inflationary changes and the growth of the tourism sector in KSA.

]]> Welcome to episode 7 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the five prevailing themes across the GCC this year and the wider impact they will have on the region's economies, particularly inflationary changes and the growth of the tourism sector in KSA.

]]> Mon, 29 Jan 2024 03:09:13 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 489 Welcome to episode 7 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the five prevailing themes across the GCC this year and the wider impact they will have on the region's economies, particularly inflationary changes and the growth of the tourism sector in KSA.

]]> No Episode 6 - Economy Bites 6 6 Episode 6 - Economy Bites full 364f6024-4cbd-4ec8-942a-d30034509819 https://share.transistor.fm/s/13618b2d Welcome to episode 5 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the impact that the conflict in Gaza has had on oil prices since the onset, and also the wider impact on the region's economies, particularly the tourism sector. 

]]> Welcome to episode 5 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the impact that the conflict in Gaza has had on oil prices since the onset, and also the wider impact on the region's economies, particularly the tourism sector. 

]]> Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:22 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 522 Welcome to episode 5 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the impact that the conflict in Gaza has had on oil prices since the onset, and also the wider impact on the region's economies, particularly the tourism sector. 

]]> No Episode 5 - Economy Bites 5 5 Episode 5 - Economy Bites full 13b9c431-7c51-4106-befa-ee384a4e9bc1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ef68003 Welcome to episode 5 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses challenges within the banking sector, the impact of China’s reopening and growth targets, the overall resilience of the GCC's non oil production sectors and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's fiscal position following the pre-budget statement released in recent weeks. 

]]> Welcome to episode 5 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses challenges within the banking sector, the impact of China’s reopening and growth targets, the overall resilience of the GCC's non oil production sectors and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's fiscal position following the pre-budget statement released in recent weeks. 

]]> Mon, 30 Oct 2023 06:14:03 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 535 Welcome to episode 5 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in our Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses challenges within the banking sector, the impact of China’s reopening and growth targets, the overall resilience of the GCC's non oil production sectors and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's fiscal position following the pre-budget statement released in recent weeks. 

]]> No Episode 4 - Economy Bites 4 4 Episode 4 - Economy Bites full 02072e76-dbd4-4e34-9528-6306b162c1be https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c806238 Welcome to episode 4 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Richard Boxshall, the Middle East Chief Economist at PwC Middle East. This month, Richard discusses the GCC’s current economic outlook and the potential risks that might be coming our way. 

]]> Welcome to episode 4 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Richard Boxshall, the Middle East Chief Economist at PwC Middle East. This month, Richard discusses the GCC’s current economic outlook and the potential risks that might be coming our way. 

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 23:25:28 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 389 Welcome to episode 4 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Richard Boxshall, the Middle East Chief Economist at PwC Middle East. This month, Richard discusses the GCC’s current economic outlook and the potential risks that might be coming our way. 

]]> No Episode 3 - Economy Bites 3 3 Episode 3 - Economy Bites full 3612473e-9833-423d-9095-a729c9a10d1f https://share.transistor.fm/s/bc6af8ef Welcome to episode 3 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in the Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the recent bank failures and its potential impact on the Middle East, the importance of encouraging women in the GCC workforce in honor of International Women's Day and China’s growing economic relations within the region. 

]]> Welcome to episode 3 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in the Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the recent bank failures and its potential impact on the Middle East, the importance of encouraging women in the GCC workforce in honor of International Women's Day and China’s growing economic relations within the region. 

]]> Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:55:20 -0700 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 463 Welcome to episode 3 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in the Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. This month, Jing discusses the recent bank failures and its potential impact on the Middle East, the importance of encouraging women in the GCC workforce in honor of International Women's Day and China’s growing economic relations within the region. 

]]> No Episode 2 - Economy Bites 2 2 Episode 2 - Economy Bites full 61b0744e-5252-4987-b426-0a649a127b38 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0f2bc563 Welcome to episode 2 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Richard Boxshall, the Middle East Chief Economist at PwC Middle East. This month, Richard shares a quarterly snapshot of the local economies in the GCC and discusses his views on what the outlook is for the year ahead, touching upon the private sectors, the oil market dynamics and inflation. 

]]> Welcome to episode 2 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Richard Boxshall, the Middle East Chief Economist at PwC Middle East. This month, Richard shares a quarterly snapshot of the local economies in the GCC and discusses his views on what the outlook is for the year ahead, touching upon the private sectors, the oil market dynamics and inflation. 

]]> Wed, 01 Mar 2023 22:06:14 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 322 Welcome to episode 2 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Richard Boxshall, the Middle East Chief Economist at PwC Middle East. This month, Richard shares a quarterly snapshot of the local economies in the GCC and discusses his views on what the outlook is for the year ahead, touching upon the private sectors, the oil market dynamics and inflation. 

]]> No Episode 1 - Economy Bites 1 1 Episode 1 - Economy Bites full 40b1a30f-8c23-435d-9d8c-84988104f141 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b7419eb6 Welcome to episode 1 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in the Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. Jing discusses the region’s economic forecasts and the five key themes we expect to see in the Middle East this year. 

]]> Welcome to episode 1 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in the Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. Jing discusses the region’s economic forecasts and the five key themes we expect to see in the Middle East this year. 

]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:26:37 -0800 PwC Middle East PwC Middle East 431 Welcome to episode 1 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in the Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. Jing discusses the region’s economic forecasts and the five key themes we expect to see in the Middle East this year. Welcome to episode 1 of Economy Bites. In this episode, we are joined by Jing Teow, Director in the Economics & Sustainability team at PwC Middle East. Jing discusses the region’s economic forecasts and the five key themes we expect to see in the Midd No