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GCC outperforms global average in 2026 Economic Freedom Index

May 2, 2026·Qatar TribuneEconomy

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GCC CONTEXT

The Economic Freedom Index measures regulatory quality, property rights, and market openness—metrics historically correlated with foreign direct investment flows and business formation in the Gulf. GCC economies' outperformance reflects structural reforms in recent years, including regulatory modernization, foreign ownership liberalization, and diversification initiatives, which have shifted the region's institutional rankings relative to global peers. Improvements in these metrics typically precede shifts in sectoral activity, particularly in financial services, technology, and non-oil sectors where regulatory clarity drives business expansion.

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