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Riyad Bank Saudi Arabia’s PMI rose to 51.5 in April 2026 from March’s sharp contraction at 48.8, signaling a modest recovery in the non-oil private sector after disruptions due to the Middle East war. The rebound was driven by improved domestic demand and a pickup in new business, but growth remained subdued as Middle East conflict-related uncertainty continued to delay spending and investment decisions. Export orders fell at the fastest pace on record, and output expanded but at a historically muted pace, while purchasing activity declined for a second month amid cautious input buying. Inventories increased as firms sought to buffer against supply disruptions, with delivery times lengthening due to shipping delays. Cost pressures intensified sharply, with input prices rising at the fastest rate in the survey’s history, pushing selling prices near record highs. Still, business sentiment improved, supported by strong domestic fundamentals and ongoing government-led development.
