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Saudi Roundup: Mining & Infrastructure Push
This week’s Saudi Roundup highlights a surge in the Business Confidence Index, a sharp rise in POS spending in April amid strong consumer demand, and the launch of several major projects in Makkah.
Gaming, Adtech, and Events: Saudi Arabia's Emerging Media Landscape
Saudi Arabia’s media and entertainment industry is rapidly evolving, driven by high-growth segments such as gaming, adtech, and live events.
Saudi Payroll Compliance: What Changes When You Enter the Market
Saudi payroll in KSA runs through Mudad, Qiwa, Muqeem & GOSI—errors can freeze visas, salaries and operations immediately.
Saudi Roundup: Q1 Non-Oil Sector Expansion
This week’s Saudi Roundup highlights 2.8% GDP growth in Q1 2026, strong private sector expansion in Makkah, and continued growth in date exports and renewable energy capacity.
Vision 2030 Annual Report 2025: Entering the Final Phase of Transformation
The Vision 2030 Annual Report 2025 highlights Saudi Arabia’s final transformation phase, showcasing strong progress in diversification, private sector expansion, and structural reforms.
Saudi Roundup: Sports Investments Gain Momentum
This week's Saudi Roundup covers Vision 2030’s 2025 milestones, a new Saudi-Swiss agreement to strengthen cross-border investments, and expanding private investment opportunities in the sports sector.
Business Setup in Saudi: Mastering GOSI and Mudad Requirements
A guide to GOSI and Mudad compliance in Saudi Arabia, covering social insurance, payroll systems, and key requirements for employers.
Company Formation in Saudi Arabia 2026: Guide for Foreign Investors
A successful company formation in Saudi Arabia requires a few key steps to be implemented. This includes choosing the right entity for your business, registering with the appropriate business licenses available, and other key factors. This guide entails a step-by-step guide on expanding your business to Saudi Arabia and what it takes for a complete company formation in the Kingdom. Choosing the Right Entity for Your Saudi Business. Selecting the proper structure for the Saudi entity is a critical decision
Saudi Roundup: Expo Build Begins as PIF Sets New Strategy
This week’s Saudi Roundup covers Riyadh Metro tenders, Expo 2030 construction, Jazan port incentives, and a rise in domestic tourism.
PIF's 2026–2030 Strategy: Building the Next Phase of Private Sector-Led Growth
PIF’s new strategy prioritizes value creation, efficiency, and co-investment as Saudi Arabia deepens private sector growth.
Turning Local Content into a Strategic Advantage in Saudi Arabia
Local content is a cornerstone of Saudi’s transformation, measuring how much company spending stays in the Kingdom to drive growth.
Saudi Roundup: AI Sector Registrations & Banking Market Cap
This week’s Saudi Roundup highlights Q1 tourism revenue performance, a rise in commercial registrations across AI and tech sectors, and the launch of five new freight logistics routes.