Treasury Priorities for Multinational Corporations - Middle East and Africa

Treasury Priorities for Multinational Corporations | 13 External Positive Factors When examining the primary positive factors shaping strategic decisions within their selected geographical scope, two elements consistently emerged as major drivers: the strategic advantage derived from cost benefits and the inherent resilience offered by the availability of primary resources. These factors not only underscore the compelling appeal of regions like MEA, with its resource- rich terrain and potential for favourable operating costs, but crucially, they also empower organizations to more effectively mitigate the escalating risks of supply chain disruptions and secure the ability to achieve healthier margins, even within the often- challenging landscapes of mature industries. Clients with operations in North Africa placed a particularly strong emphasis on cost advantages as a positive strategic influence, a sentiment significantly more pronounced compared to the overall survey average. Positive factors influencing your strategy 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% Cost benefits Conducive government policy or incentives towards FDI Other Availability of primary resources Limited or no favorable prospects Strong demographic trends 38% 22% 19% 9% 7% 6%