The published National Privatization Strategy Statement reflects the state’s transition to an economic management model based on maximizing total profits by building partnerships and channeling private capital within a clear regulatory framework. This number shows that we are building a disciplined investment portfolio managed according to the logic of global markets, with success measured by the magnitude of impact, sustainability of flows and efficiency of risk diversification.
The strategy targets 18 sectors within one scope and targets private capital investment worth SR240 billion by 2030. This scale reflects the repositioning of the state as market regulator, setting standards and managing systemic risks, while private capital takes on operational and development roles.
The value of the partnership is estimated at 43 billion riyals distributed across 221 contracts, implying an average of approximately 195 million riyals per contract. This average reflects a preference for medium-to-large contracts that can generate cumulative operational efficiencies while spreading risk across a wide range of contracts, rather than concentrating risk in a limited number of trades.
In terms of selectivity, the data shows that 147 priority investment opportunities were selected from over 500 proposed projects, with an acceptance rate of approximately 29%. This ratio is consistent with the International Financial Center’s model of rigorous capital screening, which excludes projects with low efficiency or high risk, and gives capital to projects with the highest potential for profitability and sustainability.
On the financial front, the strategy aims to achieve SR27 billion in net revenue for the government. This indicator places allocations within a model that achieves direct financial value while maintaining the state’s role in regulating, monitoring, and ensuring the quality of services. Net income here serves as the ultimate performance indicator that links public policy and fiscal discipline.
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Economist Eid al-Eid believes this figure “reflects the state’s transition to managing the complete investment cycle, starting with selectivity and ending with measurable net returns.” “The distribution of R43 billion across 221 contracts will reduce systemic risk and increase the flexibility of the investment portfolio,” he said, explaining that “the strategy’s focus on a limited number of high-quality opportunities is consistent with the practice of global financial centers that favor depth over breadth.”
The published National Privatization Strategy data reflects the state’s transition to an economic management model focused on maximizing overall profits through structured partnerships and channeling private capital within a clear regulatory framework. These numbers demonstrate the construction of a disciplined investment portfolio managed according to the logic of global markets, with success measured by impact, cash flow sustainability and risk diversification efficiency.
The strategy targets 18 sectors within a single scope, with a capital investment target of SR240 billion from the private sector by 2030. This scale reflects the repositioning of the state as market regulator, setting standards and managing systemic risks, while private capital takes on operational and development roles.
The estimated value of the partnership across 221 contracts is 43 billion riyals, indicating an average value of approximately 195 million riyals per contract. This average reflects a preference for medium- to large-sized contracts that can spread risk across a wide range of contracts and generate cumulative operational efficiencies, rather than concentrating risk in a limited number of transactions.
In terms of selectivity, the data shows that we selected 147 priority investment opportunities out of more than 500 proposed projects, with an acceptance rate of approximately 29%. This ratio is consistent with the model of international financial centers that relies on rigorous capital screening, where capital is allocated to projects with the highest potential for return and sustainability, while excluding projects with low efficiency or high risk.
On the financial side, the strategy aims to achieve SR27 billion in net revenue for the government. This indicator places privatization within a model that creates direct monetary value, while maintaining the role of the state in regulating, monitoring, and ensuring service quality. Net income here serves as the ultimate performance indicator linking public policy and financial discipline.
expert opinion
Economist Eid al-Eid believes the numbers “reflect the state’s transition to managing the complete investment cycle, starting with selectivity and ending with measurable net returns.” “The distribution of SR43 billion across 221 contracts will reduce systemic risk and increase the flexibility of the investment portfolio,” he said, explaining that “the strategy’s focus on a limited number of high-quality opportunities is consistent with the practice of global financial centers that favor depth over breadth.”
