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A country report for Kazakhstan is presented from publisher IHS Markit, with topics including political data, economic indicators and forecasts, and business environment.

A country report for Kazakhstan is presented from publisher IHS Markit with topics including economic condition; political structure and resignation of President Nursultan Nazarbayev.

A country report for Kazakhstan is presented from publisher IHS Markit with topics including political structure of the country, economic conditions of the country, and terrorism risks.

A country report for Kazakhstan is presented from publisher PRS Group, Inc., with topics including economic conditions, political structure, and tariff and non-tariff barriers.

The article analyzes the political, economic, investment, social, and environmental condition in Kazakhstan in 2015.

A country report for Kazakhstan is presented from publisher IHS Global Inc., with topics including political stability and economic growth under the leadership of President Nursultan Nazarbayev, the negative impact of lower oil prices on the economy, and social and economic modernisation.

The article offers information on the economic and political condition of Kazakhstan as of November 2014 and provides forecast until 2018. Among the key indicators that were included in the forecast are economic growth, monetary policy and gross domestic product (GDP). Information regarding the country's population, labor markets, and natural resources is also presented.

The article presents an overview of the economic, political, and social condition of Kazakhstan as of 2014 and provides information on several key indicators including national security, taxation, and culture and arts.

The article presents a political, financial and economic risk assessment for Kazakhstan. Topics include Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev's efforts to attract foreign direct investment, the devaluation of the tenge currency, rise in living standards and the risk of unrest due to excess inflation. Other topics include the country's economic recovery after the 2009 global crisis, the promise of reforms to improve fiscal regulation, and a corporate tax exemption on new investments.

The article forecasts political and economic conditions in Kazakhstan for 2014-2018. It predicts real gross domestic product (GDP) growth, inflation and current account status for the period. It forecasts international investment and trade risks under three potential political regimes, including incumbent President Nursultan Nazarbayev, a divided government and a military regime. Kazakhstan's social condition, political structure and economic performance from 2003 to 2012 are also analyzed.

The article examines political risk and economic forecasts for Kazakhstan as of September 2012. Key points to watch with regard to political stability are identified. Factors that are likely to influence economic growth are discussed. An overview of the country's political structure including its officials and legislature is also provided.

The article provides an overview of political and economic conditions in Kazakhstan as of September 2012. It examines the implications of a violent unrest outbreak in the oil town of Zhanaozen in late 2011 and the current political situation. Fiscal conditions and long-term risks to economic stability are identified.

The article provides forecasts and analysis of politics and economy in Kazakhstan as September 2012. It includes topics such as political regime scenarios, forecasts on risk to international business, and the conditions for investment and trade. Also discussed are social conditions, political conditions, and foreign relations. Data and charts about the country's economy are provided.

The article offers country report on the economic and political growth and outlook from 2009 to 2016 in Kazakhstan. It states that National Bank of Kazakhstan (NBK) is in better position in supporting the economy. It also mentions that incapacitation or death of President Nursultan Nazarbayev can disturb the country's political stability.

The article presents forecasts on the political and economic sectors of Kazakhstan with an emphasis on risks facing international business operating in the country. It expects certain impediments to investment to persist such as corruption and inadequate infrastructure. It is anticipating an average annual real gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate of 5.8%. It discusses the recovery of the banking industry after the global financial crisis.

The article presents political and economic information about Kazakhstan with an emphasis on risks facing international businesses operating in the country. It relates the impact of the uncertainty concerning the health of President Nursultan Nazarbayev who had undergone prostate surgery on succession speculation. It discusses the national security threat posed by the bombings that hit Kazakhstan in May 2011. The challenges posed by the strike of oil workers for the government is explored.

The article presents political and economic information about Kazakhstan with an emphasis on risks facing international businesses operating in the country. It relates the impact of the uncertainty concerning the health of President Nursultan Nazarbayev who had undergone prostate surgery on succession speculation. It discusses the national security threat posed by the bombings that hit Kazakhstan in May 2011. The challenges posed by the strike of oil workers for the government is explored.

The article presents the political, financial and economic risk assessments for Kazakhstan. It mentions the launch of the government's anti-corruption campaign which results in the conviction of senior officials. It also cites the expected negative impact of weak bank lending on non-industrial growth.

The article presents information on the economic and political conditions in Kazakhstan. A resolution was passed in May 2011 appointing President Nursultan Nazarbayev as leader of the nation. Based on the constitution and other laws, the president will have lifetime immunity from persecution and the right to continue changing the policy. The global financial crisis has affected the country's banking and construction sectors. In the first half of 2010, its real gross domestic product (GDP) growth rose to 8%.

The article presents information on the economic, political and social conditions in Kazakhstan and offers an outlook for 2011. A resolution was passed in May 2011 appointing President Nursultan Nazarbayev as leader of the nation. Based on the constitution and other laws, the president will have lifetime immunity from persecution and the right to continue changing the policy. The global financial crisis has affected the country's banking and construction sectors. In the first half of 2010, its real gross domestic product (GDP) growth rose to 8%.

The article presents the 2010 International Country Risk Guide (ICRG) for Kazakhstan as of May 2010. Several issues are expected to affect political stability in the country, including repression of the media and the conviction of Yevgeny Zhovtis, the most well-known human rights activist in the country. The banking sector and the construction industry were affected by the global financial and economic crises.

The article presents information on the economic and political conditions in Kazakhstan. The country has made progress in its efforts toward creating a market economy since it achieved its independence in 1991. It has been granted a market economy status by the European Union and the U.S. Department of Commerce in recognition of the success of its reforms. Beginning January 1, 2009, the country has decided to decrease its income tax rate to 20% and will be lowered further in 2010 and 2011.

The article presents an economic and political forecast for Kazakhstan. The government of President Nursultan Nazarbayev is facing trouble with the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe as human rights groups attempts to block the country's scheduled chairmanship of the body in 2010. The government introduced a national stabilization program in an effort to boost banks and other sectors. The partial nationalization of the financial sector indicates a step toward an increased state role in the economy.

The article presents information on Kazakhstan's economy, politics, history, geography and foreign relations. The government of President Nursultan Nazarbayev is facing trouble with the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe as human rights groups attempts to block the country's scheduled chairmanship of the body in 2010. The government introduced a national stabilization program in an effort to boost banks and other sectors. The partial nationalization of the financial sector indicates a step toward an increased state role in the economy.

The article focuses on developments and U.S. interests in Kazakhstan, a nation in Central Asia considered important due to its geographic location, large territory and ample natural resources. The economy of Kazakhstan, buoyed by its oil exports, is the strongest in Central Asia but its progress in democratization and respect for human rights is not continuous. It cites U.S. strategic aim to help Kazakhstan develop into a stable, secure and democratic country embracing free market competition.

This article presents a risk assessment for Kazakhstan as of January 2013. It states that the risk of armed conflict or domestic terrorism in the country is low. According to the article, the Kazakhstan government is ineffective with the widespread of corruption. In terms of economy, the country is reportedly vulnerable to oil-price fluctuations.

The article presents a summary on the political, economic, and business environment risks in Kazakhstan.

A political risk report for Kazakhstan as of June 2011 is presented. It is noted that the country faces no risk of armed conflict or domestic terrorism, but is currently facing the problem of organised crime. The ineffectiveness of the current administration to fight widespread corruption is cited, as well as the vulnerability of the economy to oil-price fluctuations. The article also mentions the dependence of Kazakhstan on its neighbors due to its being a landlocked country.

The article looks at the economic, political and security risks facing Kazakhstan in 2010. Corruption prevalence is expected to undermine the effectiveness of the police while the lack of political influence and lower real gross domestic product (GDP) growth will worsen the tension among the business elite who calls for the ousting of President Nursultan Nazarbayev. It adds that its reliance on foreign oil will hinder its economic growth when oil prices fall. Organised crime will rise in the foreign sector.

The article offers an overview of risks facing Kazakhstan as of June 2010. There is a low risk of armed conflict or domestic terrorism in the country. Oil-price fluctuations are affecting the economy as well as the exchange rate and balance of payments. In terms of political stability, the main risk is the lack of clear mechanism for the transition of government as President Nursultan Nazarbayev is the sole leader who ruled the country since its independence.

The article presents a risk assessment for Kazakhstan for 2010-2011. It says that organised crime is a problem but the risk of armed conflict or terrorism is low. An uncertain legal and regulatory environment is created by the dictatorial and personalised nature of the regime. Foreign investors are being pressured by domestic-vested interests and the state. Oil-price fluctuations and trends in exchange rate are some of the factors affecting the economy.

The article presents a country risk assessment for Kazakhstan for 2009-2010. It says organised crime is a problem although the risk of armed conflict or domestic terrorism is low. In addition, the opposition is subject to harassment by the authoritarian regime of president Nursultan Nazarbayev. In terms of political stability, it is noted that there is no clear mechanism for the transfer of power as the country has been ruled by one man. The country's reforms to the administrative structures are also forecast not to make significant progress.

The article assesses the political stability risk of Kazakhstan. It highlights the possible growth of dissatisfaction among businessmen in the nation in the context of the weakening economic growth. It discusses the impact of the uncertainty regarding the potential successor of President Nursultan Nazarbayev on the stability of Kazakhstan. It relates the vulnerability of the government to public discontent in line with the economic slowdown and rising unemployment.

The article highlights the political and economic risk in Kazakhstan. The government officials have recorded a death in Kyzylorda Province related to the anthrax outbreak that has also affected parts of Kyrgyztan. The government inflation rises to 20.09% y-o-y in June 2008 from 19.5% in 2007. The government of Kazakhstan will amend its agreement with Western International oil companies (IOGs) over the disagreement in the project's development.