Download or read book Small and Medium Enterprises Financing in the Arab Countries written by Elias Antoine Abdel Nour and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The following study aims to give a better comprehension of the concept of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) financing in Arab countries, which has been the subject of many recent discussions and seminars. This research endeavors to prove that SMEs are fundamental for economic growth and expansion in both developed and rising countries, by playing a major role in generating new jobs. The study will focus on existing literature to combine recent research themes and aspects related to SMEs, and include in-depth interviews regarding SMEs financing (Debt, Equity and Hybrid Instruments) in one Lebanese Alpha Bank, a well known company famous for financing SMEs, Kafalat and a Business development center, Berytech. The research will answer the following main questions: - What role do SMEs play in the Arab countries and what is the effect on the economy? - What are the growth limitations and financing barriers for SMEs m Arab countries? - How are the public and private entities contributing in strengthening the SMEs? - What are the major ratifications that should be implemented on the Lebanese code of commerce and the regulatory environment in order to have a healthier SMEs expansion? In the Lebanese framework, the research reveals that despite the efforts that the Government is making, Lebanon is still ranked way behind other economies. However, it is still possible to improve the investment behaviors in Lebanon.
Download or read book Enhancing the Role of SMEs in the Arab World Some Key Considerations written by Vahram Stepanyan and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2019-12-13 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are a cornerstone of Arab economies, accounting for over 90 percent of all businesses and providing a major source of new job creation. Governments across the Arab World recognize the important role that SMEs can play in delivering higher and more inclusive growth. Many have rightly placed SME development at the center of growth and jobs strategies to meet the needs of young populations. Authorities have initiated policy interventions and schemes to support SME development. But progress so far has been patchy, and more comprehensive policy action is needed. Fostering vibrant and competitive SMEs that contribute to employment opportunities and high value-added output requires various stakeholders to deliver on a broad range of factors. Arab governments need a holistic policy approach that addresses the gaps in access to finance, creates an enabling business environment, and upgrades human capital and infrastructure. The approach should also promote an entrepreneurial mindset.
Download or read book Financial Inclusion of Small and Medium Sized Enterprises in the Middle East and Central Asia written by Mr.Nicolas R Blancher and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2019-02-12 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The importance of financial inclusion is increasingly recognized by policymakers around the world. Small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) financial inclusion, in particular, is at the core of the economic diversification and growth challenges many countries are facing. In the Middle East and Central Asia (MENAP and CCA) regions, SMEs represent an important share of firms, but the regions lag most others in terms of SME access to financing.
Download or read book Beyond Credit written by Mahmoud A. Gamal and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book SMEs for Job Creation in the Arab World written by Sahar Nasr and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Arab Spring in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has brought to the forefront key challenges: the need to create job opportunities, equal access, a level playing field, transparency and accountability, and a fair and competitive environment. Crony capitalism, the privileged access of certain elites to favorable legal and regulatory treatment, access to markets, and the coincidence of political and economic power, was a major concern contributing to the uprising. Many saw privilege and corruption as the source of unemployment and inequality, effectively raising barriers to entry and growth for the majority of entrepreneurs. At the same time, practices such as connected lending and preferential land allocations, contributed to poor performance of key institutions, underpinning the market economy. It is critical for the MENA countries to achieve the aspirations of their people and attain sustainable and inclusive development by expanding private-led employment and creating entrepreneurship opportunities. This report assesses the supply and demand of financial services to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the MENA region, as well as the regulatory, institutional and policy environment that determines the cost, risk, and scale of SME finance. Emerging and promising SME finance models for banks, investors, government and regulators are outlined. These could significantly improve the outreach, viability, risk management, and development impacts of SME finance in the MENA region. SMEs need access to longer term credit products and equity, in addition to working capital loans and trade finance. They also need payment and card services, deposit facilities, liquidity management, risk management tools and insurance. The principal role of the state is as an enabler and regulator, providing the financial infrastructure, and legal and policy frameworks that financial institutions need to be able to meet the range of SME financial needs profitably. All this will contribute to attaining a more sustainable and inclusive system that can play a more important role in economic growth, and the regions prosperity.
Download or read book Private Sector and Enterprise Development written by Lois Stevenson and published by IDRC. This book was released on 2010 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the challenges to private sector growth in 12 Middle East and North African (MENA) countries, assessing comparative performance against a number of indicators and focusing on the special role of SMEs and entrepreneurial activity. Highlights the variation among countries in private sector dynamism and performance, the major government policy initiatives supporting private sector and SME activity in each country, and the perspectives of government officials, researchers, and other stakeholders on research, policy, and institutional capacity needs. Concludes with a framework for guiding a comprehensive set of policies and strategies to unleash the potential of entrepreneurship as a platform for future private sector growth.
Download or read book Unlocking the Potential of Islamic Finance for SME s written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Hussein Elasrag. This book was released on 2022-03-08 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) make up the bulk of the economic tissue of the economy. In developing countries, they represent the majority of employment, including female employment. Investing in SMEs is a long-term and smart strategy, with sustainable returns that multiply across regions, countries and societies. SMEs constitute the overwhelming majority of firms. Globally, SMEs make up over 95% of all firms, account for approximately 50% of GDP and 60%–70% of total employment, when both formal and informal SMEs are taken into account. This amounts to between 420 million and 510 million SMEs,310 million of which are in emerging markets. Promoting access to finance for SMEs has been on the global reform agenda since the global financial crisis. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the opportunities of development and growth as well as the main challenges to Islamic finance for SMEs.
Download or read book Financing SMEs and Entrepreneurs 2020 An OECD Scoreboard written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2020-04-22 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 9th edition of the Scoreboard on Financing SMEs and Entrepreneurs report provides data from 48 countries around the world on SME lending, alternative finance instruments and financing conditions, as well as information on policy initiatives to improve SME access to finance.
Download or read book Family Businesses in the Arab World written by Sami Basly and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-05-18 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on topics such as the cultural specificity of Arab family businesses with regard to shaping their governance and management; the influence that specific values in the Arab world could exert on the management of family businesses; how spiritual and religious values influence business in Arab family firms; and the role of emotions in the management of family firms in the Arab World. Presenting a collection of contributions addressing management, finance, strategy and succession in Arab Family businesses, this book constitutes a novel and unique contribution to the research field of family businesses.
Download or read book Islamic Finance for Small Business written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Hussein Elasrag. This book was released on 2018-02-12 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this book is to investigate the opportunities of development and growth as well as the main challenges to Islamic finance for Small Business.
Download or read book Financing SMEs and Entrepreneurs 2016 An OECD Scoreboard written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2016-04-14 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This report monitors SME and entrepreneur access to finance in 37 countries.
Download or read book Globalization and Firm Competitiveness in the Middle East and North Africa Region written by Samiha Fawzy and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2002-01-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Printed on Demand. Limited stock is held for this title. If you would like to order 30 copies or more please contact [email protected] Contact [email protected], if currently unavailable. Globalization has increased competitive pressures on firms. Together with rapid technological change, it has altered the environment in which firms operate. While globalization offers unprecedented opportunities for firms to act successfully, it simultaneously heightens the risks for firms lagging behind. In an open and liberalized world, increasing firm competitiveness has become a major challenge. This volume provides a thorough analysis of the competitiveness of firms in the Middle East and North Africa Region (MENA). It is organized into four parts which detail the different issues related to firm competitiveness from global rules for business, regional business environment, corporate governance, and the key economic sectors of small/medium size enterprises and tourism. This volume addresses key issues for the future of the region including the real challenges facing firms? operations and efficiency, the ability of MENA firms to compete in global markets, the impact of small and medium size enterprises on the stimulation of growth, and the economic potential of the tourism sector.
Download or read book Financing SMEs and Entrepreneurs 2019 An OECD Scoreboard written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2019-04-12 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 8th edition of the Scoreboard on SME and Entrepreneurship Finance report provides data from 46 countries around the world on debt finance, alternative finance instruments and financing conditions, as well as information on policy initiatives to improve their access to finance.
Download or read book Arab Development Symposium Second written by Mustapha Rouis and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Islamic Banking written by and published by UN. This book was released on 2009 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is part of the International Trade Centre's (ITC) Trade Finance programme, which provides assistance to help small firms in developing countries develop their capacities to link to global markets through exports. It is intended primarily for trade support institutions of developing countries, and owners or finance managers of small firms. The aim is to help these firms decide whether Islamic banking options are feasible for them, and how to use them. This guide intends to help the non-specialist reader understand and use Islamic finance. Part I - Understanding Islamic Finance - covers the key principles and perspectives of Islamic banking relevant to small firms. Part II - Using Islamic Finance - consists of a 'how to' guide to use Islamic banking instruments for specific transactions.
Download or read book Support Services and the Competitiveness of SMEs in the MENA Region written by Antoine Mansour and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Finance Development March 2013 written by International Monetary Fund and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2013-02-28 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two years ago, citizens in the Arab world—fired by their ideals and visions of a better life—ignited a social movement that inspired people around the globe. In Egypt, Jordan, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, and Yemen—the so-called Arab countries in transition—people embraced change, ushering in a new era. This issue of F&D looks at the difficulties of this transition, focusing on long-standing forces that shape the region’s economy and offering options for moving ahead to achieve strong, inclusive growth. • Masood Ahmed, Director of the IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia Department, maps out an agenda for modernizing and diversifying the region’s economies in “Toward Prosperity for All.” • In “Freedom and Bread Go Together,” Marwan Muasher addresses the intersection of economic progress and political change. • Vali Nasr, in a Point of View column, underscores the vital role small and medium-sized enterprises play in a successful democratic transition. Elsewhere in this issue, we look at how surging oil and gas production in the United States could shake up global energy markets; the effect of uncertainty on economic growth; and Mexico’s competitiveness rebound. F&D's People in Economics series profiles Christina Romer, former chair of the U.S. Council of Economic Advisers and an architect of the U.S. stimulus package; and the latest installment in our Back to Basics series explains how structural policies help to both stabilize and strengthen economies.
