Saudi Finance Minister approves SR217 ($57.9) billion borrowing plan for 2026
Saudi Arabia has approved a SR217 billion borrowing plan for 2026 to meet its fiscal needs. The funds will cover an anticipated budget deficit of SR165 billion and repay around SR52 billion in maturing debt. The plan focuses on maintaining debt sustainability, diversifying funding sources through bonds, sukuk, and loans, and expanding alternative financing for projects and infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia has approved a SR217 billion borrowing plan for 2026 to meet its fiscal needs. The funds will cover an anticipated budget deficit of SR165 billion and repay around SR52 billion in maturing debt. The plan focuses on maintaining debt sustainability, diversifying funding sources through bonds, sukuk, and loans, and expanding alternative financing for projects and infrastructure.
