Citi
July 6, 2026
The Point for CEEMEA
Weekly UpdateEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsConsumer DiscretionaryConsumer Staples
This report provides a weekly update on CEEMEA markets, highlighting MENA bank earnings expectations, corporate updates for AlArabia and Almarai, and macro outlooks for Turkey.
Key Takeaways
- 1.MENA banks face 2Q26 earnings pressure due to the US-Iran conflict, with profit declines expected for 60-65% of coverage.
- 2.AlArabia estimates reduced following a soft start to 2026 and slower project ramp-ups in Saudi Arabia.
- 3.Turkish inflation dynamics remain challenging, with the CBT likely to maintain a cautious policy stance despite economic activity slowing.
Table of Contents
- Top Call
- MENA
- Must Read
- Emerging Europe
- Sector
- Strategy & Economics
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Authors
Rahul Bajaj
Securities
FAB4071.SEAlmarai
Themes
Geopolitical impact on MENA bankingInflationary pressure in Turkey
Regions
Middle EastEuropeSaudi ArabiaTurkeyEgypt
