January 30, 2013
This research was published more than 5 years ago, some information may be out of date.
This study assesses the state of asignificant, yet underserved, segmentof the SME market, known as the“Missing Middle” to better understandspecific needs and challenges. It addresses how governmentsand other stakeholders can help theMiddle East and North Africa (MENA) region reach its potential for growth and job creation.
Citi Foundation and Shell Foundation collaborated to commission independent research from Heart and Mind Strategies, an international research and consulting firm, to conduct research in the Middle East in late 2011 through early 2012.