【环球财经】沙特宣布向外国投资者全面开放资本市场

Core Viewpoint - The Saudi Capital Market Authority announced that starting February 1, 2026, the Saudi capital market will be open to all categories of foreign investors, allowing direct investment in the main board market, aiming to diversify the investor base and enhance market liquidity [1][2] Group 1: Regulatory Changes - The approved revisions eliminate the concept of "Qualified Foreign Investor," allowing all foreign investors to enter the market without specific qualification requirements [1] - The regulatory framework for swap agreements has also been removed, which previously allowed non-resident foreign investors to gain economic benefits from listed securities [1] Group 2: Market Impact - The revisions are intended to further open the Saudi capital market, making it more attractive to international investors and increasing foreign capital inflow [1] - As of the end of Q3 2025, international investors held over 590 billion Saudi Riyals in the Saudi capital market, with approximately 519 billion Saudi Riyals invested in the main board market [2]