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.
Inflation Update - October 2025: (Inflation increases but remains low)
Inflation reportConsumer price inflation rose in the year to August 2025 compared with the same period in 2024, though it remains moderate at 2.0%.
Q2 2025 Budget Statement: (Non-oil revenue up and spending under control)
Budget reportThe central government recorded a fiscal deficit of SR34.5 billion in Q2-25, smaller than the SR58.7 billion deficit in Q1-25 due to higher non-oil revenue.
