The Gulf: From Oil To AI
Via The Economist, a report on the Gulf states’ efforts to become tech superpowers: Few middle powers have the towering technological ambitions of the rich Gulf states. As they seek to shift [...]
A Long-Term Bullish Look At The Middle East
Via NoahOpinion, bullish commentary on the Middle East: If you looked at Europe in the mid-1600s, you would probably think something along the lines of “Wow, these guys are not going to make it.” [...]
Côte d’Ivoire: Fostering Economic Transformation and Adapting to Climate Change
Via IMF, commentary on Côte d’Ivoire’s economy: Côte d’Ivoire has become a pillar of growth and stability for the region, thanks to its impressive economic resilience and commitment to [...]
Saudi Arabia Vows To Be ‘Fast and Furious’ In Mining With $100B Investment
Via CNBC, a report on Saudi Arabia vows to be ‘fast and furious’ in mining as it reveals $100 billion investment: Saudi Arabia last year increased the valuation of its unexploited mineral [...]
China in Pakistan’s Power Sector: The Hidden Costs Behind Pakistan’s Energy Overcapacity
Via The Diplomat, a look at how contracts with Chinese power producers have left Pakistan footing a massive bill for inefficient supply – all while electricity shortfalls continue: According to the [...]
Sahel Vacuum Provides Opportunities For China
Via VOA, a report on how the Sahel vacuum provides opportunities for China: Stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Red Sea, Africa’s Sahel region is experiencing security problems and surging [...]

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WILDCATS AND BLACK SHEEP
Wildcats & Black Sheep is a personal interest blog dedicated to the identification and evaluation of maverick investment opportunities arising in frontier - and, what some may consider to be, “rogue” or “black sheep” - markets around the world.

Focusing primarily on The New Seven Sisters - the largely state owned petroleum companies from the emerging world that have become key players in the oil & gas industry as identified by Carola Hoyos, Chief Energy Correspondent for The Financial Times - but spanning other nascent opportunities around the globe that may hold potential in the years ahead, Wildcats & Black Sheep is a place for the adventurous to contemplate & evaluate the emerging markets of tomorrow.