As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance transparency and keep the industrial community and investors informed of sector developments, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has revealed the key industrial indicators for November 2025. The indicators reflect positive growth in the number of industrial establishments, the volume of investments, and job opportunities across various regions of the Kingdom.

The Ministry reported that the total number of active industrial establishments in Saudi Arabia reached approximately 12,874 establishments by the end of November 2025, marking a notable increase compared to the same period last year, when the number stood at around 11,901 establishments in November 2024. The figures also show growth compared to October 2025, which recorded 12,769 establishments.

This sustained growth underscores the strength of the Kingdom’s industrial ecosystem and its attractiveness to both local and international investors.

Growth in Operating Factories

The Ministry noted that November 2025 witnessed the commencement of production at 93 new factories across various industrial activities, with estimated total investments of SAR 1.76 billion.

These factories contributed to the creation of approximately 2,642 direct jobs, reinforcing the role of the industrial sector in job creation, localization, and the empowerment of national talent.

This growth is attributed to a package of initiatives launched by the Ministry to stimulate industrial investment, streamline licensing procedures, and provide key enablers for industrial establishments, thereby accelerating the transition of factories into the production phase and enhancing the efficiency of local supply chains.

Issuance of New Industrial Licenses

The Ministry also announced the issuance of 151 new industrial licenses during November 2025, with estimated investments totaling SAR 26.98 billion. These licenses are expected to generate around 1,370 new jobs during upcoming operational phases.

These figures reflect growing investor confidence in the Saudi industrial sector, supported by ongoing regulatory and legislative development, continued government support, and targeted initiatives aimed at developing promising industries and strengthening local content.

Supporting Saudi Vision 2030 Objectives

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources emphasized that these positive indicators align with its efforts to achieve the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which focuses on economic diversification, increasing the industrial sector’s contribution to GDP, boosting non-oil exports, and creating high-quality employment opportunities for Saudi citizens.

The Ministry added that the continued growth in the number of industrial establishments, licenses, and investments demonstrates the success of current industrial policies, the integration among relevant government entities, and the effective partnership with the private sector.

Commitment to Transparency and Continuous Updates

The Ministry remains committed to publishing industrial indicators on a regular basis to enable investors and entrepreneurs to make data driven decisions and to enhance transparency within the industrial sector. This approach supports sustainable growth and comprehensive economic development.

The statement concluded by reaffirming the Ministry’s commitment to further developing the industrial environment, providing the necessary support to industrial establishments, and stimulating high value investments, thereby strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a regional and global industrial hub.