RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s economy recorded steady growth toward the end of 2025, supported by resilient consumer activity, expanding non-oil sectors and improving external trade, according to the latest data released by the Ministry of Economy and Planning. Saudi labor force participation reached 49.0 percent in the third quarter, with male participation at 64.3 percent and female participation at 33.7 percent, according to GASTAT. Saudi unemployment stood at 7.5 percent, including 5.0 percent among men and 12.1 percent among women. Consumer spending reached SR171.4 billion in November, down 7.5 percent month on month but up 7.2 percent year on year. Total exports reached SR362.1 billion in the third quarter, growing 12.0 percent year on year, while imports rose to SR336.0 billion, up 6.3 percent.