Saudi Arabia has taken a significant step by allowing Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) residents to directly invest in the Tadawul main stock exchange. This move is part of Vision 2030’s goal to diversify the economy and attract more foreign investors. The reforms include granting former residents of Saudi and other GCC countries the right to continue investing post-residency. This change aims to boost market liquidity, strengthen the Kingdom’s financial leadership in the region, and modernize its capital markets. With $183.5 billion traded in the first half of 2025, Saudi Arabia’s stock market remains a key player in the Gulf region.
