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Saudi Arabia's Inflation Drops to 1.9% Amid Housing Reforms

12/16/2025

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Saudi Arabia's annual inflation rate fell to 1.9% in November from 2.2% in October.
The consumer price index has remained between 2.1% and 2.3% this year, driven by housing costs.
Housing rental prices rose by 5.4% and passenger transport prices increased by 6.4%.
Riyadh introduced regulations suspending annual rent increases for five years.
A new law will allow foreigners to purchase property starting next year, supporting Vision 2030.

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Story summary

Saudi Arabia's annual inflation rate fell to 1.9% in November from 2.2% in October.
The consumer price index has remained between 2.1% and 2.3% this year, driven by housing costs.
Housing rental prices rose by 5.4% and passenger transport prices increased by 6.4%.
Riyadh introduced regulations suspending annual rent increases for five years.
A new law will allow foreigners to purchase property starting next year, supporting Vision 2030.