Economic updates
Our in-depth, independent reports cover the macroeconomic environment, the Saudi government’s annual budget, and Saudi Arabia’s monetary and financial developments, labor market, and inflation.
Saudi Labor Market Update - 2025
Labor Market report· Saudi Arabia’s labor market showed continued growth through the end of 2025.
Q1 2026 Budget statement: (Oil revenue will boost budget after record deficit in Q1)
Budget report·The budget deficit widened to SAR126b in Q1-26, as spending grew by 20% year-on-year while revenue edged down.
The Economic Impact of the US-Iran Conflict - May 2026
Special reportThe conflict will weigh on both oil and non-oil GDP in 2026, but early signs point to a degree of resilience and growth will rebound in 2027.
