Benin

MERI Assessment

Benin scores 37.3 on the MERI Readiness Index, placing it in Tier 4 at global rank 111 (12th percentile). The country trails its regional median by 0.9 points and its lower middle-income peer group by 4.3 points. Two active red flags—OFAC sanctions affecting 10 entities and active conflict with 46 battle-deaths—present material operational risks. Talent and operating conditions at 51.0 is the strongest pillar; market infrastructure at 25.8 is severely constrained.

Coverage ratio of 0.83 reflects three imputed indicators (Trade Openness, Contract Enforcement Reliability, Human Capital Quality) and two missing indicators (Foreign Ownership Restrictions, Business Entry). Regulatory and institutional pillar coverage is particularly limited at 50%.