The International Monetary Fund published a working paper reviewing Saudi Arabia’s structural reforms under Vision 2030 since 2016, including estimates of their impact on output and an assessment of remaining challenges and priorities for sustaining growth and diversification. The paper finds reforms have strengthened governance and business regulation and advanced capital markets, the labor market, and the external sector, helping narrow structural gaps with frontier economies and improve economic performance. IMF Working Papers are research in progress published to elicit comments and encourage debate, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the IMF, its Executive Board, or IMF management.
International Monetary Fund 2026-01-23
International Monetary Fund working paper assesses Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 reforms since 2016 and their output impact
The International Monetary Fund released a working paper evaluating Saudi Arabia's structural reforms under Vision 2030, highlighting improvements in governance, business regulation, and capital markets, while identifying ongoing challenges for growth and diversification. The paper notes progress in narrowing structural gaps with frontier economies and enhancing economic performance.