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Imports of steel, machinery, and finishing materials... What do international trade data reveal about construction activity?

Reading time: 3 MinutesInternational trade data does not provide a direct indication of the state of the construction sector, but it does offer the market important signals that can be interpreted in conjunction with indicators such as building permits, projects, and construction costs. ... Read more

Although total imports declined in May 2026, the data reveal continued demand for machinery, metals, and inputs related to construction and manufacturing.

28/07/2026

19 خبيرًا يناقشون سلامة واستدامة البناء في اليوم الثاني من «Big 5 Construct Saudi»

تتضمن الجلسات 9 نقاشات مجانية مع اعتماد مهني، تركّز على السلامة والاستدامة والامتثال وجودة الإنشاءات في السعودية.

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معرض يمتد أربعة أيام في الرياض، ويجمع المصنعين والموردين وقادة القطاع لاستعراض أحدث حلول وتقنيات البناء.

The Saudi Contractors Authority Expands Its International Partnerships and Explores Advanced Construction Technologies in France

The Authority’s delegation explored opportunities for partnerships and the exchange of expertise in France, and learned about modern construction techniques to enhance the competitiveness of Saudi construction companies.

NHC Strengthens Its Partnership with France's «EDF» in Energy and Sustainability Solutions

Memorandum of Understanding signed on the sidelines of the Saudi-French Roundtable on the Development of Sustainable Energy, Electrical Infrastructure, and Carbon Credits in NHC Projects.

Lumber prices rose by more than 10% during last month's trading

Official Report: Timber prices in Saudi Arabia rose on a year-over-year basis in July 2026 but fell on a month-over-month basis, with Romanian timber leading the increases.

Data Analysis and Technology

Cloud Platforms: How Do You Manage Construction Projects?

Cloud-based construction platforms consolidate project data and accelerate on-site decision-making, while reducing delays and the fragmentation of information among stakeholders.

Saudi Arabia's Steel Sector

Reinforcing bar prices fell while electrical wire prices rose last July

Data from the Statistics Authority showed that prices for most types of steel and lumber declined in July, while prices for electrical wires, cables, and aluminum rose.

Cement

Cement prices fell while sand and concrete block prices rose last month

Statistics Authority: Black and white cement saw a decline in July, while concrete, sand, and concrete blocks saw varying increases.

Paint Quality: The First Line of Defense in Protecting Buildings from the Harsh Effects of Climate Change

As heat, humidity, and storms intensify, the market is shifting toward advanced paints that extend the life of buildings and reduce maintenance costs.

Imports of steel, machinery, and finishing materials... What do international trade data reveal about construction activity?

Although total imports declined in May 2026, the data reveal continued demand for machinery, metals, and inputs related to construction and manufacturing.

Transforming the construction sector into an industrial sector

Construction costs in June posted their steepest rise since January 2024

Driven by rising costs for equipment, energy, and labor, construction costs increased by 2.7% annually, with faster growth in the nonresidential sector.

Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center Receives More Than 8,000 Reports in June

The report notes 18,000 permits issued in June and 796 kilometers of roads under construction, with reports primarily concerning road subsidence and standing water.

Rising Prices for Steel and Electrical Cables and Fluctuations in Lumber Prices Last June

Statistical data showed that prices for most construction materials in Saudi Arabia rose in June 2026, with increases in the prices of rebar and cables and mixed trends in lumber prices.

365,000 businesses and 4.4 million workers... Saudi construction sector continues to expand in 2025

A report by the Saudi Contractors Authority notes annual growth of 29.6%, the dominance of micro-enterprises, and Riyadh’s lead in terms of enterprises and employment.

A Look Back at «Real Estate and Construction Week» Following the Conclusion of Its Events, Which Featured 60 Participating Organizations and 3,000 Beneficiaries

The events focused on empowering small and medium-sized enterprises through investment opportunities, partnerships, financing solutions, and specialized advisory sessions.

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