African and Middle Eastern Cities Forecasts
Comprehensive data and forecasts for major cities in Africa and the Middle East.
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Overview
This service allows you to measure, track and benchmark the economic performance of 113 cities in Africa and 37 key business centres in the Middle East.
In-depth insights for Africa and Middle East
Historical data and long-term forecasts to 2050 for key economic, demographic and industry variables, as well as insights into evolving income and consumer spending patterns.
Comparable forecasts
Forecasts for 150 key cities across Africa and the Middle East.
Comprehensive information for each location
Data for GDP and employment by sector, population by age cohort, income, consumption and retail sales.
Historical data and long-term forecasts
The annual data generally refers back to 2000, and the forecast horizon is to 2050.
Annual updates
Annual updates
Each update includes a full refresh of historic data and incorporates our latest macro economic outlook.
Tailored economic insights
The service is available for all African and Middle Eastern cities or can be split by region.
Service features
- Web-based application and add-ins: Our Global Data Workstation is a web-based application that provides various data selection, visualisation and personalisation features. Our Excel Data Workstation is a simple but powerful add-in for accessing our data directly within Excel.
- Advanced analytical functions: Quickly build custom queries with complete flexibility and view the data in tables, charts, and maps.
- Analysis: Forecasts are accompanied by summary reports highlighting key messages.
Service benefits
- Excellent customer service: We offer our clients comprehensive customer support with full access to our experienced economists and IT support team.
- Confidence: Our analysis and forecasts are derived from a consistent set of global economic, industry and city models and will help you to move forward with confidence.
- Customisation: Our models, forecasts, and datasets can be customised to fit your unique needs.
Service coverage
- GDP by sector
- Employment by sector
- Population by age cohort
- Income indicators
- Consumer spending by product/service
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Economic growth
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