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Saudi Arabia’s non-oil sector posts strong growth as PMI hits 60.2

Saudi Arabia's non-oil economy accelerated in October, with the Purchasing Managers' Index climbing to 60.2, its second-highest level in more than a decade, signaling strong business growth momentum. 

The latest survey by Riyad Bank and S&P Global showed a sharp improvement in operating conditions across the Kingdom's private sector, underpinned by solid demand, rising employment, and robust output growth.  

The October reading, up from 57.8 in September, highlights the sustained momentum of the non-oil economy as Vision 2030 reforms continue to drive diversification away from crude revenues. 

Speaking at the Future Investment Initiative in October, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim said the Kingdom's gross domestic product is expected to expand by 5.1 percent in 2025, supported by continued growth in non-oil activities. 

Source: Arabnews