Qatar’s transformation into a diversified, knowledge-based economy is fuelled by a forward-thinking strategy of digital growth, and a strong focus on sustainability and capitalising on industry convergence. CEOs are confident of revenue growth and expect to increase headcount in 2025. However, the urgency to reinvent their businesses to ensure future viability has increased, emphasising the need to accelerate AI and GenAI integration for innovation, and seek new domains of growth.

As Egypt begins to show signs of economic recovery, supported by reforms and international investments, we see its business leaders driving reinvention through strategic AI adoption, addressing skills shortages and tackling climate challenges. They are also capturing new growth opportunities through industry convergence, positioning themselves ahead of their Middle Eastern counterparts.

Saudi Arabia’s bold economic diversification strategy is yielding tangible results, fuelling confidence among business leaders about the Kingdom’s future. Acutely aware of the twin forces of technological transformation and climate, alongside the blurring of traditional industry boundaries as companies compete over new domains of growth, CEOs are reinventing their business models to drive innovation and sustainable growth.