The Qatar News Agency has become a vital source for tracking economic developments in the Gulf region, including significant trade metrics. In a recent report, it highlighted Saudi Arabia‘s international trade volume, which reached an impressive milestone in October 2025. The data showcased a robust growth trend, underscoring the increasing economic activities in this pivotal area.
Significant Growth in Trade Metrics
On January 11, according to QNA, Saudi Arabia’s total international trade volume recorded its second highest level in October 2025, amounting to approximately 184.1 billion riyals. This figure represents an annual growth rate of 8.4%, reflecting an increase of over 14 billion riyals compared to the same month in 2024, when the total was 169.8 billion riyals.
Exports and Imports Breakdown
The report from the General Authority for Statistics provided detailed insights, indicating that goods exports comprised 56.5% of the total trade exchanges, valued at 103.9 billion riyals. This marked the highest export level recorded in the year. Conversely, imports stood at 80.1 billion riyals, accounting for 43.5% of the overall trade volume. Such figures indicate a balanced and growing economic landscape within the Kingdom.
Peak Trade Periods
Further analysis revealed that the peak trading activity for Saudi Arabia during 2025 was observed in July, with trade values exceeding 185 billion riyals. This showcases the Kingdom’s trade dynamics, emphasizing cyclical fluctuations in monthly trade activity that are indicative of broader economic trends.
Trade Surplus Insights
Statistics from the same report highlighted a notable trade surplus of 23.9 billion riyals in October 2025, reflecting a substantial annual increase of 47.4%. This growth equated to over 7 billion riyals more than the surplus of 16.2 billion riyals reported during the same period in the previous year, illustrating Saudi Arabia’s strengthening position in international trade.