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Saudi banks' liquidity rises 39.7%
The data issued by the Saudi Central Bank confirms that the banking sector in Saudi Arabia demonstrated strength and financial resilience during the first quarter of 2026. The capital adequacy ratio increased to 20.9%, compared to 19.3% in the same period of the previous year, enhancing banks' ability to face risks and absorb potential losses. Additionally, the ratio of liquid assets to short-term liabilities rose to 39.7%, supporting the sector's capacity to meet its short-term obligations and reinforcing its stability. Furthermore, the non-performing loan ratio decreased to 1.1% of total loans, indicating an improvement in credit quality. Despite a decline in return on assets and equity to 2.2% and 14%, respectively, the data shows that the banking sector continues to support economic activity with a high level of sustainability and a willingness to expand in financing.
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