KSA approves rules to boost efficiency of investment promotion authority

The authority is responsible for promoting investment opportunities both within Saudi Arabia and globally. File
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Updated 06 March 2025
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KSA approves rules to boost efficiency of investment promotion authority

RIYADH: The Kingdom approved the organization of the Saudi Investment Promotion Authority during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih described the move as a crucial milestone in fulfilling the authority’s strategic goals, adding that it demonstrates the government’s support for strengthening the investment ecosystem in the Kingdom, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

He also emphasized that the goals of the authority align with the Vision 2030 initiative, which aims to diversify the economy, enhance global competitiveness, and foster a sustainable economic environment.

“This approval marks a pivotal starting point for the authority to achieve its strategic objectives and enhance the Kingdom’s position as a distinguished destination for attracting and stimulating investment,” Al-Falih stated on X.

The authority is responsible for promoting investment opportunities both within Saudi Arabia and globally, as well as collaborating with relevant stakeholders across various sectors. It plays a vital role in highlighting the Kingdom’s competitive advantages and the incentives available to investors.

The minister noted that the authority will work to position Saudi Arabia as a premier investment hub, capitalizing on its strategic location, business-friendly regulations, and world-class infrastructure.

Saudi Arabia has experienced a significant rise in foreign direct investment, exceeding the National Investment Strategy’s 2023 target by 16 percent.


Closing Bell: Saudi main index closes in red at 10,847

Updated 25 February 2026
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Closing Bell: Saudi main index closes in red at 10,847

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index dipped on Wednesday, losing 58.51 points, or 0.54 percent, to close at 10,847.93.

The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR3.78 billion ($1 billion), as 73 of the listed stocks advanced, while 187 retreated.

The MSCI Tadawul Index decreased, down 7.09 points or 0.48 percent, to close at 1,472.98.

The Kingdom’s parallel market Nomu lost 178.75 points, or 0.77 percent, to close at 22,916.83. This comes as 30 of the listed stocks advanced, while 37 retreated.

The best-performing stock was the Power and Water Utility Co. for Jubail and Yanbu, with its share price surging by 8.47 percent to SR31.24.

Other top performers included Saudi Paper Manufacturing Co., which saw its share price rise by 6.13 percent to SR53.70, and Jamjoom Pharmaceuticals Factory Co., which saw a 4.58 percent increase to SR137.

On the downside, the worst performer of the day was CHUBB Arabia Cooperative Insurance Co., whose share price fell by 5.14 percent to SR17.53.

Saudi Kayan Petrochemical Co. and Arabian Internet and Communications Services Co. also saw declines, with their shares dropping by 4.87 percent and 4.43 percent to SR4.88 and SR181.40, respectively.

On the announcement front, Saudi Kayan Petrochemical Co. announced its annual financial results for 2025, with sales dropping 3.06 percent year-on-year to SR8.45 billion. The company also recorded a net loss of SR893.86 million.

In a Tadawul statement, the company said the net loss and decline in annual sales were driven by a drop in average selling prices, despite higher sales volumes.