Saudi Arabia's inflation stays at 1.9% in September
The Saudi General Authority for Statistics announced that the inflation rate in the Kingdom remained steady at 1.9% during September 2026 on a year-on-year basis, with no monthly change of 0.0% compared to August. The primary annual increase was driven by higher costs in housing and related services, as the housing sector saw a 3.6% rise, fueled by a 3.5% increase in rents. Moderate rises were also observed in the personal care, transportation, and food and beverage categories, while prices for furniture and footwear declined, helping to maintain overall stability in the index.
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