IMF Staff Country Reports

Saudi Arabia : 2018 Article IV Consultation-Press Release and Staff Report

Author/Editor:

International Monetary Fund. Middle East and Central Asia Dept.

Publication Date:

August 24, 2018

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

Reform momentum remains strong under Vision 2030. New reform initiatives are being rolled-out under the Vision Realization Programs (VRPs). Oil prices have risen over the past year and are positively affecting fiscal and external balances. Higher oil prices provide both an opportunity and a risk to the fiscal reforms.

Series:

Country Report No. 18/263

Subject:

Article IV consultation reports Corruption Economic indicators Employment Fiscal adjustment Fiscal policy Fiscal reforms Government expenditures Macroprudential policies and financial stability Press releases Public investment Staff reports Value added taxes