BUSINESSJul 30 · 12:20 UTCFINANCIAL TIMES WORLD

Saudi economy shrinks as Middle East conflict takes heavy toll

The Saudi economy experienced a 4.8% GDP contraction in the second quarter compared to the same period in 2025, attributed to the heavy toll of the Middle East conflict.

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