Saudi Gazette report
RIYADH — Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih revealed that the Saudi financial market is anticipating significant debt instrument issuances in 2026. These issuances are being developed by several government and regulatory bodies, including the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul), Capital Market Authority, Ministry of Investment, Ministry of Finance, and Ministry of Economy.

Al-Falih said that these issuances are expected to attract new investor segments, including pension funds and global investment funds, thereby deepening the market and diversifying the investor base.

The minister noted that the anticipated regulatory developments will allow individuals to open direct investment and current accounts, enabling them to transfer their funds from savings to direct investment in the Saudi financial market.

Al-Falih clarified that the expected investment flows will not be limited to traditional investments but will include various types of capital, such as private equity, private lending, venture capital, and syndicated loans, in addition to existing issuances of shares, sukuk (Islamic bonds), and conventional bonds.

It is worthy to note that the Capital Market Authority recently announced the opening of the Saudi financial market to all categories of foreign investors and enabling them to invest directly starting from February 1, 2026. A debt instrument is a financial contract representing borrowed money, obligating the borrower, such as government or company, to repay the amount to the lender (investor) under specific terms, such as a set schedule and maturity date, with common examples being bonds, loans, and certificates of deposit.Essentially, it's a formal, binding promise to repay a debt, used by entities to raise capital while offering investors a fixed income stream.