The news, anew
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Saudi Arabia's economic growth in 2027 to 7.9 percent, up from its previous projection of 5.5 percent issued last July, marking an increase of 2.4 percentage points, according to its October 2026 World Economic Outlook report.
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Riyadh Metro will add 94 Siemens and Alstom trains under SR5.5 billion contracts, expanding its fleet to 277 and increasing passenger capacity by 60% ahead of Expo 2030.
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Saudi Aramco plans to launch six to seven gas and liquefied gas facilities between 2025 and 2027 as it targets an 80% increase in gas sales by 2030.
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The Saudi Competitiveness and Business Center has launched a service to verify certified online stores via the Tawakkalna application, allowing consumers to confirm the authenticity and reliability of commercial digital platforms instantly.
