Saudi Banks to Benefit From MSCI EM Index Inclusion: Emirates NBD

The video discusses the ongoing trends in passive inflows, with expectations of significant inflows in May and November. It highlights the sectors benefiting from MCI inclusion, particularly banks, due to their weight in the index. The discussion also covers Saudi Arabia's increasing visibility and influence in emerging markets, driven by reforms and increased foreign ownership. The video emphasizes the need for active investors to pay attention to these changes.

What is the expected timeline for passive money inflow according to the discussion?

• April and October

• January and July

• March and September

• May and November

Which sector is expected to benefit the most from the MSCI inclusion?

• Banks

• Energy

• Healthcare

• Technology

What is the average foreign ownership percentage in Saudi banks mentioned in the discussion?

• 20 to 25%

• 10 to 15%

• 1 to 2%

• 5 to 6%

How does Saudi's market cap compare to other countries according to the discussion?

• Smaller than Malaysia

• Equal to Poland

• Larger than Malaysia, Poland, and Turkey

• Smaller than Thailand

What broader impacts are associated with Saudi's increased market visibility?

• Only social reforms

• No significant impact

• Only economic reforms

• Reforms at economic, social, and regulatory levels