Riyadh – Mubasher: Saudi Arabia’s operating revenue index rose by 10.20% year-on-year (YoY) in March 2026, according to the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).
Compared to February 2026, the index posted an 8.10% monthly rise, driven by growth across multiple economic sectors. Manufacturing activity expanded by 4.40%, while mining and quarrying recorded a sharp 38.6% increase.
Wholesale and retail trade, including vehicle repair activities, edged up by 0.20%, alongside a 2.60% rise in financial and insurance activities and a 0.60% increase in information and communication services.
The Kingdom’s short-term business statistics offer monthly indicators designed to monitor the performance of major economic sectors and track short-term trends and developments across business activities.
