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BMI is a research and analysis company specialising in macroeconomic, industry and financial-market intelligence. The firm is part of Fitch Solutions, the data and analytics division of the Fitch Group, which also includes credit-rating agency Fitch Ratings. BMI provides country-risk assessments, sector forecasts and market analysis across emerging and developed economies, with coverage spanning commodities, infrastructure, financial services and other industries. The company serves institutional investors, corporations, government agencies and financial institutions seeking forward-looking insights and risk evaluation. BMI's commodity research includes detailed coverage of metals markets, energy transition materials and mining-sector trends, with analysts tracking supply-and-demand dynamics, price forecasts and geopolitical developments. The firm publishes regular reports, data sets and commentary on critical minerals, base metals, precious metals and rare earths, among other sectors. BMI's analysis is widely cited in business media and used by market participants to inform investment and strategic decisions. The company operates as part of a global network of research teams and maintains offices in key financial centres.

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Sub-Saharan African countries poised for GDP growth this year

By: Marleny Arnoldi     29th January 2026 Research agency BMI forecasts that sub-Saharan Africa’s real GDP will grow by 4.2% this year, compared with 3.9% last year, which will mark the... 

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