The international business environment is one of the fundamental pillars influencing investment decisions, trade dynamics, and economic growth across countries. With the increasing complexity of the global economy, it has become essential to rely on precise analytical tools to understand and assess the nature and attractiveness of this environment. Among the most important of these tools are indicators that measure various dimensions of the business climate.
These indicators can be broadly classified into three main categories: quantitative indicators, which are based on measurable and comparable numerical data such as GDP, exchange rates, and domestic credit; qualitative indicators, which emphasize institutional and regulatory aspects such as economic freedom, governance, and transparency; and composite or other indicators, which combine multiple dimensions into a single index, such as the Global Competitiveness Index, the Ease of Doing Business Index, and the Globalization Index.
Analyzing these indicators is of great importance not only for researchers and policymakers, but also for investors and international institutions seeking to make informed decisions based on objective and standardized evaluations of business environments across countries.
Below is an overview of the most important indicators across these categories, along with explanations of their significance.
- Teacher: Nadia Zouggaret