“Thinking in Trends!”

Frontline Policy & Research

A platform for authentic, impartial and unorthodox economic and market analysis supporting Ethiopia's aspiration of equitable economic development. With a subscription base of 5,000+, our insights stand as the primary tool for contextualized information about the Ethiopian economy.

5,000+
Subscribers
Pan-African
Reach
Evidence
Driven Analysis
About Frontline

Evidence-Driven Economic Policy Analysis

Frontline employs various tools to develop informative insights about different aspects of the Ethiopian economy. Our analyses deal with more than incidents — we strongly believe that the full story lays in the trends and surrounding context.

Although Frontline largely focuses on the Ethiopian economy and markets, we recognize that no economy lives on its own. Our strong Pan-African pivot enables us to look at the Ethiopian economy through the prism of continental developments.

Unorthodox Analysis

Going beyond the surface to uncover the real trends shaping markets.

Impartial Insights

Dispassionate, evidence-based analysis without agenda.

Pan-African Scope

Continental perspective on economic development and integration.

Trend Focused

We look at trends, not just events, for the full story.

Leadership

Expert Leadership, Proven Experience

Our executive team of highly experienced economists, sector analysts, public policy gurus and political-economy experts brings diversified knowledge from various ministries, international organizations and global advisory firms.

Crafting medium-term development plans of Ethiopia

Designing large-scale agricultural projects

Establishing economic monitoring tools for bilateral and multilateral development agencies

Designing and deployment of digital tools for economic analysis and management

Creating tailored financial products for national and international financial institutions

Monitoring and evaluation of various projects

Advising African governments on taxation, natural resources, public finance, infrastructure and financial sector reforms

Contributing to continental and global reports, surveys, policies and conventions

Standardized Services

Our Core Offerings

Meeting the demands of our clients with an upbeat service is a value that we don't negotiate on.

Periodic Macroeconomic Monitoring Reports

Regular reports tracking key macroeconomic indicators, trends and policy developments in Ethiopia.

Contextual Analysis

In-depth contextual analysis of major economic events and their implications for markets and businesses.

Commodity Wire

Regular commodity market intelligence covering prices, supply chains and trade dynamics.

Ethiopian Economic Forum (EEF)

Exclusive convening of policymakers, investors and experts for informed economic discourse.

Tailored Services

Custom Solutions for Your Needs

Central to our service is our commitment to deliver the best. We carefully listen, consistently seek feedback and adjust our services to client needs.

Competitive Analysis Reports

Comprehensive competitor profiling, benchmarking and strategic positioning insights tailored to your market.

Thematic Analyses

Deep-dive research on specific themes, sectors and emerging trends relevant to your business.

Political Economic Analyses (PEAs)

Assessment of the political economy landscape, regulatory environment and policy direction.

Technical Assistance (TA)

Expert advisory and technical support for economic planning, strategy and implementation.

Capacity Building

Tailored training programmes in market intelligence, political economic analysis, risk management and more.

Ad-hoc Projects

Custom research and consultancy projects designed around your specific requirements and timelines.

Research

Research Areas

Frontline's research ranges from policy-oriented to sectoral and onto industry and firm level.

Policy Research
Sectoral Analysis
Industry Analysis
Firm-level Studies
Market Analysis
Competitiveness Analysis
Insights

Sample Publications

Built on credible data, expert opinion and up-to-date contextual information for policymaking and investment decision-making.

Macroeconomic Update
Industrial Trends: Assessment of Special Economic Zones
The Fintech Landscape in Ethiopia: Players, Market Gap and Future
Is Trading Changing Face: Emerging Trends in the Trading Sector
New Dynamics in the Mining Sector
Housing and Urban Development: Old Challenges, New Opportunities

Industries We Cover

Our services encompass all sectors — agriculture, industry and services. Our bounds are the bounds of the economy.

Banking
Wholesale & Retail Trade
Construction
Mining
Hospitality
Health
Agribusiness
Logistics