Middle East Economic Survey

VOL. XLIX

No 1/2

2/9-January-2006

Saudi Arabia Poised For Further Economic Growth But Broad Challenges Remain

With oil prices likely to remain at high levels the Saudi economy appears poised for yet another good year, and the expansionary budget the government has put in place for 2006 should help ensure that growth stays strong. But is the outlook as rosy as it first appears?MEES talked to top economists at three of the kingdoms largest banks to hear their views on...