Saudi Arabia Listed Companies
Number of listed domestic companies CM.MKT.LDOM.NO
Saudi Arabia's listed companies was 385 in 2025, ranked 21st globally. This represents a 9.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2002–2025.
Overview
Saudi Arabia's listed companies stood at 385 in 2025, a rise of +33 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 385 by 2025. Saudi Arabia ranked 21st globally.
Saudi Arabia has experienced significant growth in its listed companies, with the number increasing from a mere 68.00 in 2002 to 384.70 in 2025, representing the highest total since the World Bank's record began. This substantial rise places Saudi Arabia at the 21st position globally, surpassing peer countries such as Brazil, which had 333.40 listed companies in the same year. In comparison, Chile, another peer country, boasts the highest number of listed companies globally at 428.50. This upward trajectory indicates a maturing capital market in Saudi Arabia, likely driven by economic reforms and privatization efforts. However, the trend may be impacted by factors such as global economic fluctuations and potential regulatory changes affecting the corporate landscape in the Kingdom. A decline in global oil prices, which Saudi Arabia's economy heavily relies on, could potentially alter the trajectory of this trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Listed Companies | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 460 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 422 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 385 | - | - |
| 2025 | 385 | +33 | #21 |
| 2024 | 352 | +43 | #48 |
| 2023 | 309 | +40 | #48 |
| 2022 | 269 | +45 | #48 |
| 2021 | 224 | +17 | #48 |
| 2020 | 207 | +3 | #48 |
| 2019 | 204 | +4 | #44 |
| 2018 | 200 | +12 | #43 |
| 2017 | 188 | +12 | #39 |
| 2016 | 176 | +5 | #40 |
| 2015 | 171 | +2 | #41 |
| 2014 | 169 | +6 | #38 |
| 2013 | 163 | +5 | #39 |
| 2012 | 158 | +8 | #40 |
| 2011 | 150 | +4 | #41 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Saudi Arabia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw listed companies improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Saudi Arabia's listed companies was 385 in 2025. Ranked 21st globally. This represents a 9.3% increase from the previous year.
Saudi Arabia's listed companies peaked at 385 in 2025.
The lowest listed companies in Saudi Arabia was 68 in 2002.
Saudi Arabia ranks 21st globally in listed companies as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CM.MKT.LDOM.NO. Data sourced from World Bank.
Saudi Arabia's listed companies is projected to reach 385 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The listed companies of Saudi Arabia in 2025 was 385. This ranks 21st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_saudi-arabia_listed-companies,
title = {Saudi Arabia Listed Companies},
url = {https://historysaid.com/saudi-arabia/listed-companies/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}