- GDP was at 3% in 2016, and forecasted at 2.5% for 2017 overall.
- More than 80% real GDP growth generated by non-oil sector.
- SLRB transaction figures- reached BHD2.9 ml in Q1 2017, 8.1 % above Q1 2016 figure.
- Commercial office occupiers take advantage of affordable Grade A space at Bahrain Bay, Manama and Seef. Prime average rents stable.
- Development in retail and hospitality continues, with luxury hotels due to open in 2017 and 2018.
- First phase of Kuwaiti shopping mall brand - The Avenues with 38,000 GLA is set to open in 2017.