Saudi Arabia projects 2027 budget deficit at 3.6% of GDP

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia has projected a fiscal deficit equivalent to 3.6 percent ‌of ‌gross domestic ‌product ⁠in 2027, with total expenditure ⁠estimated at SR1.39 trillion ⁠ ($370.21 billion) ‌and ‌revenue projected ‌at ‌SR1.20 trillion, the ‌Finance Ministry said in ⁠a ⁠pre-budget statement on Wednesday. The pre-budget statement reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to funding development priorities while maintaining fiscal sustainability. The statement projected revenues to increase to SR1.351 trill