Year 2025Rank #134 GlobalPeak 120.62% (1973)Source World Bank
Saudi Arabia Trade Openness (1968–2025)
Overview
Saudi Arabia's trade openness stood at 58.09% in 2025, a rise of +3.41% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 58.09% by 2025. Saudi Arabia ranked 134th globally.
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Saudi Arabia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw trade openness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saudi Arabia's trade openness?▾
Saudi Arabia's trade openness was 58.09% in 2025. Ranked 134th globally. This represents a 6.2% increase from the previous year.
What was the highest trade openness in Saudi Arabia?▾
Saudi Arabia's trade openness peaked at 120.62% in 1973.
What was the lowest trade openness in Saudi Arabia?▾
The lowest trade openness in Saudi Arabia was 47.53% in 2020.
How does Saudi Arabia rank in trade openness?▾
Saudi Arabia ranks 134th globally in trade openness as of 2025.
What is the World Bank indicator code for trade openness?▾
The World Bank indicator code is NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
What is the projected trade openness of Saudi Arabia in 2025?▾
Saudi Arabia's trade openness is projected to reach 58.09% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
What is the trade openness of Saudi Arabia in 2025?▾
The trade openness of Saudi Arabia in 2025 was 58.09%. This ranks 134th in the world.
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BibTeX
@misc{historysaid_saudi-arabia_trade-openness,
title = {Saudi Arabia Trade Openness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/saudi-arabia/trade-openness},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}