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Saudi Arabia’s FY2026 Budget signals one thing loud and clear: the Kingdom is doubling down on economic diversification and opening new doors for global investors. With non-oil GDP expected to grow 4.6%, major reforms across investment, industrialization, logistics, tourism, and technology are unlocking unprecedented opportunities for foreign businesses.
Top 10 New Investment & Business Setup Opportunities (2026)
1. Industrial Manufacturing: 3,000+ factories upgraded
The National Industrial Strategy is expanding to 42 industrial cities, creating opportunities for:
- Automotive components
- Electronics manufacturing
- Defense technology
- Consumer goods production
2. Renewable Energy & Advanced Energy Services
Natural gas production capacity to increase by 7%, with new projects in:
- Renewable EPC
- Grid digitalization
- Smart metering
- Hydrogen infrastructure
3. Tourism & Hospitality
Tourism expenditure target: G351 billion. Top investor hotspots:
- Boutique hotels
- Experience-based tourism
- F&B franchising
- Travel tech startups
4. Real Estate Development & Housing Projects
80,000 new units planned. Huge demand for:
- Contracting companies
- Facility management
- Building material suppliers
5. Logistics & Transport
Saudi Arabia pushing to become a global logistics hub:
- New sorting centers
- Riyadh metro expansion
- Airport upgrades
Ideal for: freight companies, supply chain tech, warehousing firms
6. Digital & ICT Sector
Telecom/tech sector to reach G199 billion. Opportunities in:
- Data centers
- Cybersecurity
- AI solutions
- Cloud services
7. Education & EdTech
G202 billion allocation. Demand for:
- Online learning
- Training institutes
- Vocational programs
8. Healthcare & MedTech
6 new hospitals + National Clinical Trials Portal. Foreign companies can enter:
- Telemedicine
- Health tech devices
- Clinical research outsourcing
9. Gaming & Esports
Esports World Cup 2026. High growth areas:
- Gaming studios
- Events management
- Sponsorship & brand activation
10. Corporate HQ Relocations
682 companies already moved regional HQs to Riyadh new incentives coming in 2026.
How J K Can Help?
At J K Management Consultancies, we help investors set up and operate businesses in Saudi Arabia with full compliance and end-to-end support. Our services include:
Company Formation & Licensing in KSA
MISA Investor Licenses
CR Registration, Saudization Support & Corporate Compliance
Vendor Registration (ARAMCO, SABIC, MA’ADEN, NEOM, SEC, MODON, & more)
SFDA Registration for Medical, Food & Cosmetic Products
PRO Services, Visa Processing & Documentation Support
We ensure your business enters the Saudi market smoothly, strategically, and in full alignment with Vision 2030 opportunities.
