reports are guided by the Axis Framework
— a flexible, eight-part structure that allows us to analyse the issues that matter most to your business. While each axis offers a critical lens, the framework can be adjusted depending on your specific industry, location, or concerns.
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Assesses the durability and coherence of the ruling government or political order. This includes leadership turnover, factionalism, opposition strength, and elite cohesion—all of which influence the predictability of policymaking and regulatory enforcement.
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Evaluates the reliability, transparency, and independence of legal institutions, including the enforcement of contracts, property rights, and rule of law. A weak legal environment increases operational and reputational risks, especially for foreign entities.
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Looks at core economic indicators—such as inflation, GDP growth, debt sustainability, and external balances—to assess the overall resilience of the economy. Strong macro fundamentals typically enable greater policy flexibility and reduce the risk of crisis-driven interventions.
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Assesses reliance on foreign actors—such as aid, lenders, import sources, or security guarantors. Heavy dependence can expose the country to geopolitical pressure or sudden economic dislocation if relationships sour.
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Covers physical security risks (e.g. insurgency, crime, state violence) and logistical constraints (e.g. infrastructure bottlenecks, border controls). This axis determines how easily people, goods, and capital can move within and across the country.
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Reviews the openness and consistency of trade and investment policy, including tariffs, capital controls, FDI restrictions, and investor protection. A volatile regime may signal shifting geopolitical alliances or economic policy.
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Tracks risks related to civil unrest, labour disruptions, ethnic or religious tensions, and inequality-driven protest. High volatility here often precedes broader regime instability or populist political shifts.
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Zooms in on the regulatory ecosystem for the client’s target sector—covering licensing, compliance burdens, subsidies, informal interference, and state-market dynamics. This axis determines the real-world feasibility of operating profitably in a given industry.
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Step 1
- Choose Coverage Type
National
Deep dive into a single national market
Regional
Covers 2–4 countries with synthesis and comparative framing
Step 2
- Choose Report Depth
Focused Report
You select 3–4 key Axis to explore
All Axis in our framework, with integrated conclusions and strategy guidance. Includes executive briefs.
Full Report
Pricing begins at £150. Upon selection of the amount of coverage and the desired report depth, a detailed quote will be provided.
we ensure a 3-4 working-day turn over
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