Saudi Arabia caps foreign ownership in listed firms at 49%: Only six types of investors can qualify
Sunday, 17 August 2025 () Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority has introduced sweeping reforms to regulate foreign investment in listed securities, capping total foreign ownership at 49% and individual non-resident stakes at 10%. Six specific investor categories are now eligible, with strategic investors exempt from the cap but subject to a two-year lock-in. The measures reflect a broader push to modernize and safeguard capital markets.
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