Tellimer's Malik: Liquidity in Banks Still Tight

The video discusses economic challenges in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Dubai. Saudi Arabia faces liquidity issues despite a booming economy, with high interbank rates and a need for government intervention. The Saudi market underperforms due to investor behavior. Egypt struggles with currency devaluation and IMF negotiations, impacting investment attractiveness. Dubai's real estate market sees rising prices and rents, with concerns over job creation and cost of living.

What is the primary reason Saudi Arabia must align its interest rates with the US Federal Reserve?

• To increase loan growth

• To maintain the dollar peg

• To boost consumer spending

• To control inflation

What is one of the main reasons for the underperformance of the Saudi stock market despite strong fundamentals?

• Strong foreign investor interest

• Contagion losses from overseas markets

• High oil prices

• Lack of government projects

What recurring economic issue has Egypt faced over the last decade?

• Stable currency exchange rates

• Repeated cycles of denial and devaluation

• Consistent GDP growth

• High levels of foreign investment

What is the IMF urging Egypt to adopt regarding its exchange rate policy?

• A fixed exchange rate

• A dual exchange rate system

• A managed float

• A fully flexible exchange rate

What has been a significant driver of the off-plan real estate market in Dubai?

• High bank financing

• Excess liquidity and regional capital

• Decline in visa reforms

• Decrease in property prices

What challenge does Dubai face in maintaining its competitiveness as a regional hub?

• Lack of structural reforms

• Decreasing property prices

• Decline in foreign investment

• High cost of living

How have rents in Dubai changed year-on-year?

• Decreased by 10%

• Increased by 10%

• Increased by 30%

• Remained stable