Saudi economy remains resilient despite Middle East conflict, SAMA governor says
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia's economy remains resilient despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, supported by strong financial buffers, a well-capitalized banking system and prudent economic policies, Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) Governor Ayman Al-Sayari said during the 2026 IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Thailand.In the Kingdom's statement to the International Monetary and Financial…
Saudi Arabia's Central Bank Governor Ayman Al-Sayari has stated that the country's economy remains resilient despite the ongoing Middle East conflict. He attributed this resilience to strong financial buffers, a well-capitalized banking system, and prudent economic policies. Al-Sayari warned that the conflict is increasingly affecting the global economic outlook, with disruptions spreading to various sectors such as international trade, transportation, inflation, and financial conditions.
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