Treasury Priorities for Multinational Corporations - Middle East and Africa

4 | Treasury Priorities for Multinational Corporations Chapter 1: Introduction This paper delves into the unique priorities and operational realities facing treasury functions inMultinationals (MNCs) across the dynamic Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. To truly appreciate the nuances of these findings and to understand the unique perspectives shaping theMEA treasury landscape, it is essential to first understandwho contributed to this comprehensive study. The diversity of our participants, spanning various industries, company sizes, and geographical locations within MEA, provides a robust foundation for the insights that follow. Their collective experience highlights the opportunities and challenges that define treasury management in this vibrant and evolving economic zone. We begin our exploration by examining the demographic profile of the organizations and individuals who generously shared their valuable perspectives, setting the stage for a deeper dive into understanding strategic priorities, working capital management, risk, technology and other critical treasury domains. Participant Demographics This survey captures the perspectives of over 900 treasury and finance professionals, providing a solid and representative sample of decision- makers from across the Middle East and Africa. Most responses were contributed by individuals in key leadership roles, including Treasurers, Finance Directors, Finance Managers, Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), and Chief Accountants. The participants’ remits were equally diverse, ranging from those with a single-country focus to those withmulti-country, regional, or global responsibilities. The seniority and diversity of this cohort underscore the relevance and strategic importance of the topics covered in this report. Participant role (Total=929) Treasurer Finance Manager Other Finance Director CFO Chief Accountant 26% 18% 13% 22% 14% 7%