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GCC Tax Reforms in Action: Navigating the Quiet Transformation of Fiscal Policy

May 8, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

A Region at a Fiscal Crossroads For much of the past century, countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates—relied almost exclusively on oil revenues to fund public services, infrastructure, and social programs. This model delivered prosperity, but also introduced a critical vulnerability: fiscal dependence on...

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Winners and Losers: Firm-Level Impacts of GCC Tax Reforms Revealed

May 8, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

Tax Reform and the Business Bottom Line Since 2014, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—which includes Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates—has embarked on a fiscal journey to reduce dependence on oil revenues. While macroeconomic indicators have largely weathered these tax reforms with resilience, the firm-level effects tell a more nuanced...

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From Oil Windfalls to Tax Revenues: How the GCC is Rewriting Its Economic Future

May 8, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

A New Chapter in Gulf Fiscal Policy For decades, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—comprising Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates—relied almost exclusively on oil and gas revenues to power their economies and fund expansive public welfare programs. Before 2015, oil and gas accounted for an average of 83% of total...

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Private Sector Participation in Guyana’s Growth: Financing, Inflation, and the Role of Banks

May 8, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

Guyana’s economy is expanding at an extraordinary pace, driven by unprecedented oil discoveries and rapidly increasing production. While the public sector is utilizing petroleum revenues to boost infrastructure and social services, the full potential of this transformation hinges on the private sector’s ability to thrive, invest, and scale. A dynamic and inclusive economy cannot be...

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From Black Gold to Green Development: Can Guyana Balance Oil Wealth with Climate Commitments?

May 8, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

Guyana has captured the world’s attention not only for its dramatic emergence as a major oil producer but also for its bold commitment to environmental stewardship. At the heart of this paradox is the country’s simultaneous rise as both a petroleum power and a global climate leader — a dual identity that few nations embody....

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Beyond Oil: Building Fiscal Resilience and Institutional Capacity in Guyana

May 8, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

Guyana’s recent economic ascent, largely driven by the booming oil and gas sector, has positioned the country among the fastest-growing economies globally. With vast petroleum reserves now generating substantial revenue flows, the focus has understandably shifted to infrastructure expansion and public investment. However, the long-term sustainability of this growth story hinges not merely on the...

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Guyana’s Economic Boom: Navigating Opportunities and Risks in a Resource-Rich Future

May 7, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

Guyana has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, propelled by a historic wave of offshore oil discoveries that have catapulted the country into a new era of prosperity. With real GDP projected to grow by 33.9% in 2025, according to the latest IMF Article IV Consultation Report, Guyana’s economic trajectory offers a rare...

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Assurance that Adds Value: Turning Audit Insights into Strategic Advantage

May 6, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

In many companies, audits are treated as a necessary obligation—something to get through for regulators, lenders, or tax authorities. But at Dawgen Global, we see audits differently. We believe an audit shouldn’t just verify your numbers; it should strengthen your decisions, improve your performance, and elevate your business strategy. An audit that only ticks compliance...

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Cutting Audit Costs Without Cutting Corners: Value-Driven Assurance for Jamaica’s Businesses

May 6, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

In an increasingly competitive and cost-conscious business environment, many Jamaican companies—especially SMEs and growing family enterprises—are faced with a difficult choice: how to manage their audit obligations without breaking their budget. But what if you didn’t have to choose between cost-efficiency and quality? At Dawgen Global, we believe in a third path: value-driven assurance. This...

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Is Bigger Always Better? The Case for Boutique Audit Excellence in Jamaica

May 6, 2025by Dr Dawkins Brown

For decades, the “Big 4” audit firms—PwC, KPMG, EY, and Deloitte—have dominated conversations around audit quality, especially in the Caribbean. Their global reach, expansive teams, and high-profile client rosters have created a perception that size equates to superiority. But is bigger always better? In a market like Jamaica, where businesses range from fast-growing SMEs to...

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GCC Tax Reforms in Action: Navigating the Quiet Transformation of Fiscal Policy

Winners and Losers: Firm-Level Impacts of GCC Tax Reforms Revealed

From Oil Windfalls to Tax Revenues: How the GCC is Rewriting Its Economic Future

Private Sector Participation in Guyana’s Growth: Financing, Inflation, and the Role of Banks

From Black Gold to Green Development: Can Guyana Balance Oil Wealth with Climate Commitments?

Beyond Oil: Building Fiscal Resilience and Institutional Capacity in Guyana

Guyana’s Economic Boom: Navigating Opportunities and Risks in a Resource-Rich Future

Assurance that Adds Value: Turning Audit Insights into Strategic Advantage

Cutting Audit Costs Without Cutting Corners: Value-Driven Assurance for Jamaica’s Businesses

Is Bigger Always Better? The Case for Boutique Audit Excellence in Jamaica

May 8, 2025GCC Tax Reforms in Action: Navigating the Quiet Transformation of Fiscal Policy

May 8, 2025Winners and Losers: Firm-Level Impacts of GCC Tax Reforms Revealed

May 8, 2025From Oil Windfalls to Tax Revenues: How the GCC is Rewriting Its Economic Future

May 8, 2025Private Sector Participation in Guyana’s Growth: Financing, Inflation, and the Role of Banks

May 8, 2025From Black Gold to Green Development: Can Guyana Balance Oil Wealth with Climate Commitments?

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