Non-Oil Sector Expansion in Saudi Arabia Continues Amid Moderating Momentum and Strong Demand
Saudi Arabia's non-oil sector keeps expanding in early 2026, with strong demand and exports, despite slower growth and rising costs.
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Saudi Arabia's non-oil sector keeps expanding in early 2026, with strong demand and exports, despite slower growth and rising costs.
Aldar and Mubadala launch a luxury retail platform in Abu Dhabi with assets over AED 10B, uniting Yas Mall and The Galleria for sector growth.
UAE-Kuwait trade hits $14B yearly, up 7.6% in 2025. Strong ties include investment, flights, and agreements boosting economic cooperation.
Saudi Arabia aims to triple FDI inflows to $103B by 2030 and sees rising foreign participation in its stock market, supporting economic growth.
Saudi Arabia's Q4 2025 real GDP grew 4.9% YoY, led by oil (10.4%) and non-oil (4.1%) sectors; government activities declined.
UAE's non-oil trade hit AED 3.8T in 2025, up 26%. Exports rose 45%. Dubai GDP grew 4.7%. Growth led by healthcare, construction, and finance.
Dubai's DIFC launches AED 100B expansion, adding 17.7M sq ft, aiming for 42,000 firms by 2040, boosting innovation and regional financial leadership.
Australia-UAE trade set to double to $20B due to a new economic partnership, with beef exports already doubled and broader growth expected.
UAE and India strengthen energy ties, focusing on reliable, long-term, and clean energy partnerships amid global economic shifts.
Action Energy's unit won a KWD 62.1M, 5-year KOC contract for drilling rigs; impact starts Q4 2026, boosting future revenue stability.
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