Nigeria is a tale of two regions as city-level opportunities in the south overshadow widespread insecurity in the north. Companies must overcome corporate HQ fears regarding operational risks to position for long-term success in Nigeria, which remains the most attractive…
Africa’s broadening horizons - Financial Times Feature
Sub-Saharan Africa’s potential for economic growth is no longer a secret. Some estimates show Africa having as many middle class households as China by 2020. The region is expected to set the pace for global growth over the next five…
3 Questions Worth Considering When Operating in Turkey
If you are not going direct in Turkey, then you are likely missing out on a tremendous opportunity for your business. In our latest research on the market opportunity in Turkey, Frontier Strategy Group identified three questions you should ask…
MNCs are Going Direct in Saudi Arabia According to Poll Results
Companies are moving to more direct models in Saudi Arabia to capitalize on increasing public expenditure in priority sectors like education, healthcare, housing, and related infrastructure. A local presence allows MNCs to be closer to customers and to leverage partners…
What Strikes in Nigeria Mean for Your Business in Africa
Nigeria’s government must walk a tightrope to successfully implement its reform agenda and satisfy angry citizens who are feeling the pain of fuel subsidy rollbacks. However, a resolution to the current political impasse is likely so any major changes to…
What Currency Devaluation in Iran Means for Business
While political instability dominated headlines in the Middle East, the Iranian rial quietly devalued by 35% against the dollar at local currency exchange bureaus during a four-month period. Continued devaluation increases the likelihood of further instability in the region Iran’s…
Emerging Markets Outlook Bright in 2012
Original Article in MarketWatch Matt Lasov, director of global research at Frontier Strategy Group, said the emerging markets’ performance in 2012 depends on their relationship to the euro zone. “The euro zone is in a recession that is likely to…