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Riyadh Skyline at daylight
The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) released today its GDP and National Accounts First Quarter of 2024 report, where it revealed that real GDP decreased by 1.7% year-on-year. However, seasonally adjusted real GDP grew by 1.4% compared to the previous quarter.
According to the report, non-oil activities continued their upward trend, expanding by 3.4% year-on-year. Government activities also rose by 2.0% year-on-year. This diversification of the economy is a key pillar of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
Non-oil activities now contribute a significant 50% of the GDP. This demonstrates the success of the vision's programs and reforms in fostering a more diverse and resilient economy.