Saudi industrial production falls 16.3% in June 2026

Saudi Arabia's industrial production index experienced a significant decline of 16.3% in June 2026, according to official data released by the General Authority for Statistics. The year-on-year decrease was primarily attributed to a sharp drop in the mining sector, with the mining and quarrying index falling by a substantial 27% compared to the same period in 2025.

This marked a major setback for the overall industrial sector's performance. Although the manufacturing sector saw a modest decrease of 2.3% year-on-year, other sectors like water supply, sewage, waste management, and remediation activities saw a growth of 6% in June 2026 compared to the previous year. Additionally, the electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply sector also registered a 2.8% increase during the same period.