Saudi Arabia Cut Derivatives Fees — and One Day Exceeded All of 2025
Saudi futures recorded 1,366 contracts and SAR60 million in month-to-date value on 20 August after new market makers began. Open interest remained the harder test.
Saudi Business Revenues Rose 6.1% in June. Manufacturing and Finance Were Up 16.9%
GASTAT’s new operating-revenue index is a useful high-frequency signal, but it measures cash sales, not real output. June manufacturing proves why the distinction matters.
PIF, Saudi Capital Markets, and Finance Terms
A guide to PIF, Saudi capital markets, banking, public funds, Tadawul, and finance terminology.
Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP)
The Vision 2030 programme deepening Saudi capital markets, expanding financial inclusion, growing the insurance sector, and modernizing the Kingdom's financial ecosystem.
SAMA (Saudi Central Bank)
The Saudi Central Bank (formerly the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority) — the Kingdom's central bank responsible for monetary policy, financial regulation, and currency management.
Tadawul
Tadawul guide: Middle East's largest exchange, QFI abolished Feb 2026, all foreign investors now welcome. How to invest and what to know.