Why Saudi?

Market Insights

Saudi Arabia, powered by Vision 2030, offers a booming economy, strategic location, and unmatched growth opportunities for businesses.

How we can help

We’ll ensure that you focus on the opportunities

Setting up in Saudi Arabia opens doors to immense growth. With a booming economy, the Kingdom is ideal for ambitious entrepreneurs. Let us help you make a successful entry into this vibrant market.

Vision 2030

Transition to a non-oil economy

For years, Saudi Arabia has been viewed as an oil-dependent country. With the implementation of the Saudi Vision 2030, a government drive to diversify the Kingdom’s economy, this region has stepped up its efforts to become the next global hub of industry and innovation.

As the nation shifts its focus away from oil, the number of opportunities grows. International and regional businesses that choose Saudi Arabia as their next growth location will be able to benefit on the first-mover advantage and become a significant driver of economic growth in this country, while also turbo-charging their expansion initiatives.

YOUR BUSINESS, OUR EXPERTISE

Sustained Economic Momentum

Saudi Arabia’s nominal GDP growth has surged ahead of key global players, including Japan, Australia, France, the United Kingdom, and Singapore, as per IMF data. While Singapore’s nominal GDP stood at 120.6 USD in 2023, Saudi Arabia has already surpassed the $1 trillion mark, offering a robust and dynamic market brimming with investment opportunities and growth potential.

Diversified Economic Landscape

Recording a notable 5.8% growth in its non-oil sector during Q1 2023, Saudi Arabia has demonstrated remarkable economic advancement. This thriving environment offers an ideal platform for businesses seeking to capitalize on the nation’s dynamic progress, welcoming innovative ventures poised for rapid expansion and substantial impact.

Surging Investment Influx

Bolstered by both international investments and substantial government funding, Saudi Arabia is poised for a leap forward in innovation. This surge unlocks a wealth of untapped opportunities for both local and international businesses. With a remarkable 44% of MENA’s total capital deployed in Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom leads the region in the venture capital (VC) arena, providing startups with robust support for sustainable growth.

Empowering Investment

The National Investment Strategy, launched in 2021, aligns closely with Saudi Vision 2030, aiming to amplify investments within the Kingdom. Centered on three core pillars—enhancing the private sector’s role in the economy, bolstering strategic sectors, and fostering innovation and local content—it aspires to double annual investments to SAR 2 trillion (30% of GDP) by 2030. This includes SAR 1.7 trillion in domestic investments and a surge in FDI to 5.7% of GDP, ushering in a new era of economic vitality and growth.

Aligning with Vision 2030, these goals drive Saudi Arabia’s competitiveness as a premier investment destination. They aim for a robust private sector, reduced unemployment, and heightened global competitiveness. Collaboration between the Ministry of Investment and government entities has yielded significant milestones, including regional center licensing and the launch of the “Meza” platform. With around 40 initiatives empowering the private sector and refining the investment climate, special economic zones have garnered SAR 47 billion in investments, bolstering Saudi’s economic diversification and global allure. Tax incentives and 100% foreign ownership rights further incentivize international investments in these zones.

The National Development Fund

NDF plays a central role in advancing the financial empowerment goals of Saudi Vision 2030. It focuses on optimizing the efficiency and sustainability of development funds and banks, ensuring alignment with key development priorities. Through strategic oversight, the NDF drives industrial, economic, and social development by investing in impactful and sustainable projects. Noteworthy achievements include providing financing exceeding SAR 14.1 billion in the first half of fiscal year 2023, with additional support totaling SAR 10.3 billion and guarantees surpassing SAR 5.6 billion.

The Industrial Development Fund injected SAR 1.6 billion into 104 industrial facilities, spanning strategic companies and SMEs. The Human Resources Development Fund dedicated SAR 4.6 billion to citizen support, training, and private sector employment. The Real Estate Development Fund extended loans exceeding SAR 5.5 billion to over 31,000 beneficiaries. Meanwhile, the Agricultural Development Fund provided SAR 2.9 billion in financing to individuals and entities.

The Small and Medium Enterprises Bank facilitated SAR 5.2 billion in guarantees via the Kafalah Program, bolstering joint ventures and small businesses. The Social Development Bank allocated SAR 3.8 billion in financing, aiding over 70,000 individuals. Lastly, the Saudi Export-Import Bank financed non-oil exports with SAR 2.8 billion, backed by SAR 4.25 billion in credit insurance, fortifying non-oil exports and global market access.

Iftekhar Hussain, Co-Founder and CEO at StratEdge Advisors, in a professional suit

Your Gateway to Success in Saudi Arabia

We help companies stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.
Scroll to Top