Saudi Arabia recorded its strongest industrial production growth since early 2023, signaling renewed momentum in the Kingdom’s energy-led economy. Official data showed the Industrial Production Index rose sharply in November 2025, despite a slight monthly slowdown.
According to preliminary figures, the index increased 10.4 percent year on year in November. However, on a monthly basis, the index slipped by 0.7 percent compared with October.
Meanwhile, oil-related activities continued to drive overall performance. The oil production index rose 12.9 percent year on year, reflecting higher crude output levels. At the same time, non-oil industrial activities posted a 4.4 percent annual increase.
Month on month, oil activity edged higher by 0.5 percent. In contrast, non-oil activities declined 3.4 percent, suggesting short-term volatility outside the energy sector.
Notably, mining and quarrying activities delivered strong gains. The sub-index climbed 12.6 percent year on year, supported by rising oil production volumes.
Saudi crude output reached 10.1 million barrels per day during November. In comparison, production stood at 8.9 million barrels per day one year earlier.
Additionally, mining and quarrying activity increased 0.5 percent on a monthly basis. This rise confirmed steady upstream momentum heading into year-end.
Manufacturing activity also strengthened during the period. The manufacturing sub-index recorded an annual rise of 8.1 percent.
Furthermore, coke and refined petroleum production jumped 14.5 percent year on year. Meanwhile, chemical manufacturing expanded by 10.9 percent, reinforcing industrial diversification efforts.
On a monthly basis, manufacturing edged up 0.3 percent. Growth came mainly from refined petroleum products and chemical output.
However, other industrial segments showed mixed performance. Electricity, gas, steam, and air-conditioning supply declined 4.3 percent year on year.
In contrast, water supply, waste management, and remediation activities rose 10.2 percent annually, reflecting infrastructure investment and environmental services growth.
Month on month, electricity and gas activity dropped sharply by 28.6 percent. Meanwhile, water-related activities declined 3.1 percent compared with October.
Overall, the data highlights Saudi Arabia’s continued reliance on oil-driven growth. At the same time, manufacturing and non-oil sectors show gradual structural progress.
Looking ahead, industrial output trends will remain closely linked to energy production decisions. Nevertheless, steady gains in manufacturing signal improving economic balance across the Kingdom.
