Saudi Imports Surge 7% to SAR 81.4B, Signaling Strong Demand

Saudi Arabia's merchandise imports rose by 7% year-on-year (YoY) to nearly SAR 81.4 billion in January 2026, according to data released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). This marks an increase from the SAR 76.1 billion recorded in the same month of the previous year. The rise reflects ongoing economic activity and import demand within the Kingdom. GASTAT, the official statistical body, published the figures, providing a key indicator of the nation's trade balance and domestic consumption trends. The data for January offers an early snapshot of trade performance for the year.