What You Need to Know About the Middle East, Nov. 16

The transcript covers Egypt's currency nearing parity with the Bank rate, its devaluation to secure an IMF loan, and the fluctuating exchange rates. It also discusses Amana Healthcare's potential sale in the UAE, driven by rising demand for private healthcare. Additionally, Dubai's new decree allows government-granted land to be used as collateral for loans, facilitating easier financing for developers and owners.

What was the currency exchange rate of the Egyptian pound to the dollar compared to the National Bank price?

What conditions did Egypt have to meet to receive the $12 billion loan from the IMF?

What potential sale is Amana Healthcare exploring, and what is its estimated value?

What factors have contributed to the rise in demand for private healthcare in the Middle East?

What decree did the ruler of Dubai issue regarding land granted by the government?