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  1. Industry revenue “creative, arts and entertainment activities“ Saudi Arabia...

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    Updated Apr 9, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Industry revenue “creative, arts and entertainment activities“ Saudi Arabia 2012-2024 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/forecasts/1075579/creative-arts-and-entertainment-activities-revenue-in-saudi-arabia
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    Apr 9, 2025
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    Time period covered
    2012 - 2017
    Area covered
    Saudi Arabia
    Description

    This statistic shows the revenue of the industry “creative, arts and entertainment activities“ in Saudi Arabia from 2012 to 2017, with a forecast to 2024. It is projected that the revenue of creative, arts and entertainment activities in Saudi Arabia will amount to approximately 642,3 million U.S. Dollars by 2024.

  2. Operating revenue from arts and entertainment activities in Saudi Arabia...

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    Updated Aug 8, 2023
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    Statista (2023). Operating revenue from arts and entertainment activities in Saudi Arabia 2010-2017 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/711910/saudi-arabia-operating-revenue-from-creative-arts-and-entertainment-activities/
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    Aug 8, 2023
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    Area covered
    Saudi Arabia
    Description

    The statistic depicts the operating revenue from creative, arts and entertainment activities in Saudi Arabia from 2010 to 2017. In 2017, the operating revenue from creative, arts and entertainment activities was around 586 million U.S. dollars.

  3. Share of income spending on leisure and education in Saudi Arabia 2011-2015

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    Updated Aug 22, 2016
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    Statista (2016). Share of income spending on leisure and education in Saudi Arabia 2011-2015 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/626977/saudi-arabia-average-income-expenditure-share-on-leisure-and-education/
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    Dataset updated
    Aug 22, 2016
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    Time period covered
    2011 - 2015
    Area covered
    Saudi Arabia
    Description

    This statistic shows the share of the average household spending on recreation, entertainment, education and cultural services in percentage based on current prices in Saudi Arabia. In 2012, the average household spent 12 percent of their income on leisure and educational services in Saudi Arabia.

  4. Average daily time internet users spent with media Saudi Arabia Q3 2024, by...

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    Updated Apr 22, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Average daily time internet users spent with media Saudi Arabia Q3 2024, by activity [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1392821/saudi-arabia-average-daily-time-internet-users-spent-with-media-by-activity/
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    Apr 22, 2025
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    Area covered
    Saudi Arabia
    Description

    In a survey conducted during the third quarter of 2024, respondents in Saudi Arabia reported visual digital media accounted for most of their internet usage. On the other hand, respondents spent the least amount of time per day engaging with printed press and radio broadcasts. Media consumption in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia has a growing digital media market. This is aided by strong internet penetration, modern and reliable telecommunication infrastructure, and a large young tech-savvy population. Social media usage, which survey respondents said occupied around three hours of their time each day, was topped by Meta-owned companies. The number of YouTube users in the country has also risen significantly in recent years. Such online ad-based social media platforms provide a significant opportunity for advertisers and companies to engage with potential customers. Saudi Arabia has also invested heavily in media and entertainment. In 2014, the state-owned MBC Group launched an ad-free version of its streaming service called Shahid Plus . The total digital revenue of the Shahid platform has consistently increased each year since its launch and has been well-received in other Gulf Cooperation Countries like Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and the wider MENA region. Gaming in Saudi Arabia Gaming is widely popular among Saudis; Saudi Arabia has one of the highest shares of internet users who play video games worldwide.The country is home to both professional and non-professional gamers, who generate revenue through streaming on platforms such as Twitch, participating in competitions, and monetizing their gameplay. In recent years, the industry has witnessed drastic growth. As part of its larger quest to expand the media and entertainment landscape, Saudi Arabia has injected billions of dollars into the gaming industry. Investments are primarily managed through Savvy Games Group, which is a subsidiary of the country’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).

  5. Top 5 grossing movies of all time in Saudi Arabia 2023

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    Updated Jan 9, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Top 5 grossing movies of all time in Saudi Arabia 2023 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1396795/saudi-arabia-top-5-grossing-movies-of-all-time/
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    Jan 9, 2025
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    Time period covered
    Mar 2023
    Area covered
    Saudi Arabia
    Description

    In 2023, Egyptian productions Bahebek and Waafet Regala emerged as two of the top five highest-grossing movies of all time in Saudi Arabia. Bahebek slightly edged out Waafet Regala in box office numbers. The only locally produced film to make the list was Sattar. Except for the top two highest-grossing movies, which were in English, the remaining entries were all in Arabic.

    Film industry in Saudi Arabia

    The cinema industry in Saudi Arabia witnessed its initial opening in 2018, attracting investors and subsequently driving a surge in revenue in recent years. Saudi Arabia’s top 5 grossing movies in 2023, led by Oppenheimer, generated almost 35 million U.S. dollars. In 2021, the Saudi Arabian film industry had a size of 238 million, with projections suggesting a quadruple growth by the end of the decade. Simultaneously, the number of movie screens is expected to increase fivefold during the same period, indicating a promising trajectory for the industry's expansion.

    Saudi Arabia’s entertainment revolution

    Entertainment in Saudi Arabia has undergone a significant transformation, in alignment with its Vision 2030 initiative aimed at diversifying the economy. Saudi Arabia has injected billions of dollars into the entertainment sector, fostering its rapid growth. In connection with this investment, the country has also relaxed visa requirements for numerous countries, facilitating access for tourists and visitors. The public's response to the impact of the new visa regulations on the country’s entertainment industry has been overwhelmingly positive, as evidenced by the surge in number of entertainment events in 2019. These events encompassed a wide selection of programs, including sports, festivals, and online entertainment.

  6. Retail sales MENA 2022, by country

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    Updated Feb 16, 2024
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    Statista (2024). Retail sales MENA 2022, by country [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1452257/mena-breakdown-for-retail-sales-by-country/
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    Feb 16, 2024
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    Time period covered
    2022
    Area covered
    MENA
    Description

    In 2022, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey had the highest retail sales values in the Middle East and North Africa region. Retail sales in Turkey were valued at roughly *********** that of Iran. While Tunisia and Jordan had the lowest retail sales values among MENA countries, they also have considerably smaller populations. State of retail sales Retail sales in the region are consistently growing. In the Gulf Cooperation Council, both retail food sales, and non-food retail sales are forecast to grow in the coming years. A breakdown of the retail market in the MENA region illustrates the fairly diverse distribution of the retail market. Certain industries like entertainment held only a small share of the retail market. However, programs such as Vision 2030 in Saudi Arabia have poured billions of dollars into the sports, entertainment, and film industries to diversify the economy and welcome more foreign visitors. Economies of the region The various countries in the region have significantly different economies and key exports. Saudi Arabia, for example, has the smallest population but is only behind Egypt in its value of retail sales among the five leading countries in the region. Additionally, most of the leading retail brands in the Middle East in 2022 were located in Saudi Arabia. Turkey, on the other hand, is heavily reliant on foreign tourists to sustain its economy, especially as it has been reeling from high levels of inflation in recent years.

  7. Net tourism expenditures over GDP Saudi Arabia 2008-2021

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    Updated Jun 26, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Net tourism expenditures over GDP Saudi Arabia 2008-2021 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1010754/saudi-arabia-tourism-balance-share-gdp/
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    Jun 26, 2025
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    Area covered
    Saudi Arabia
    Description

    According to the data provided by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in 2021, the tourism balance in Saudi Arabia was minus *** percent following the COVID-19 outbreak. This was a decrease compared to minus *** percent in the previous year. Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification    In 2016, Saudi Arabia introduced a new initiative, Vision 2030. The main goal of Vision 2030 was to diversify Saudi Arabia's exports and revenue opportunities beyond the oil and gas industry to include segments such as transportation and entertainment. Economic diversification in Saudi Arabia has proven necessary since oil prices plunged because of the ongoing pandemic. The pandemic's impact on travel reduced Saudi Arabia's oil shipments to China, a prominent Saudi oil importer, as well as the rest of the world. The country's real GDP growth plummeted to around negative **** percent in 2020, which demonstrated the dependence of Saudi Arabia's economy on oil and gas exports.  Tourism initiatives The purpose of reforming Saudi Arabia's economy is not just to diversify it but also to create growth prospects for Saudi citizens. For example, there were more than ************** workers in the tourism sector in 2019. Shifting economic reliance from the public to the private sector could generate employment opportunities tailored to people’s skills. The government's plans for economic diversification include attracting foreign investment, increasing the number of small and medium-sized firms, and generating employment opportunities via mega-project development. Mega construction projects in Saudi Arabia include NEOM, with a value of approximately *************** U.S. dollars and an expected completion date of 2025. With smart city technology being incorporated into the city, NEOM is planned to function as a major tourist destination in Saudi Arabia.

  8. Top 10 watched TV channels in Saudi Arabia in 2021, by channel

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    Updated Jan 9, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Top 10 watched TV channels in Saudi Arabia in 2021, by channel [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1337301/saudi-arabia-top-10-watched-tv-channels-by-channel/
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    Jan 9, 2025
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    Area covered
    Saudi Arabia
    Description

    MBC1 was the most watched TV channel in Saudi Arabia in 2021, with a 14.3 percent viewing rate, while MBC2 was second, with a 4.5 percent viewing rate. As new technologies emerge and audiences adopt new content forms, the Saudi TV industry is dynamic and evolving.

    Media industry in Saudi Arabia 

    Saudi Arabia's media industry has undergone significant changes and reforms in recent years, owing to the country's Saudi Vision 2030 plan. Saudi Vision 2030 seeks to diversify the Saudi economy and minimize reliance on oil by bolstering industries such as entertainment, tourism, and media. TV series were the highest-rated form of programming in the country in 2021. The Saudi TV and OTT video industries are also expanding, with revenues predicted to reach almost 1.3 billion U.S. dollars by 2025.

     Media industry in MENA region 

     In 2022, e& Group (Etisalat previously), held the largest market share among Middle East and North Africa's (MENA) paying TV and video distributors. Despite slower subscriber growth through 2022, Netflix remains a stable player in the region. The streaming service has been expanding its presence and offering in the region, catering to the growing demand for on-demand entertainment. Furthermore, in 2021, Netflix had the most subscribers in the MENA region among other subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) platforms.

  9. Ten highest paid players in the Saudi Pro League Saudi Arabia 2023, by...

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    Updated Aug 1, 2024
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    Statista (2024). Ten highest paid players in the Saudi Pro League Saudi Arabia 2023, by annual salary [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1454645/saudi-arabia-ten-highest-paid-players-by-annual-salary/
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    Aug 1, 2024
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    Time period covered
    2023
    Area covered
    Saudi Arabia
    Description

    The top three highest-paid players in the Saudi Pro League earn over 85 million British pounds annually, with a significant drop in player salaries further down the ranking. Riyad Mahrez made roughly 40 million GBP less than Karim Benzema, who was just one slot ahead of him in the ranking. The four players with the lowest annual salary on the top ten list all made around 21 million GBP as of 2023. Saudi Pro League The Saudi Pro League, officially known as the ROSHN Saudi League (RSL), has made some high-profile soccer signings in recent years, attracting players from premier football clubs around the world. Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr, Neymar signed with Al Hilal, and Karim Benzema joined Al-Ittihad. These players previously played for Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), and Real Madrid, respectively. The ability to attract world-renowned players has also impacted the market value of Saudi Pro League clubs. Much like the salaries of the players themselves, the revenue of Saudi Pro League clubs also heavily favors the top three clubs, with Al Hilal in the lead in 2022. Saudi Arabia is opening up Saudi Arabia is expanding its entertainment, sports, and media sectors to diversify its economy away from fossil fuels. Through the Vision 2030 initiative, the country is making significant investments in these areas to create a more varied economic landscape. Projects like NEOM, a planned futuristic city, and the Red Sea Project, a luxury tourism destination, are central to this strategy. NEOM was awarded the highest construction contracts in Saudi Arabia in 2022, valuing to about 500 billion U.S. dollars. Additionally, Saudi Arabia has hosted international events, such as the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and the Diriyah E-Prix, aiming to increase its global presence in sports. Sports generated about 21 percent of the country’s event management revenue in 2022. The establishment of the General Entertainment Authority in 2016 has led to a rise in concerts, festivals, and other entertainment events, promoting both domestic and international tourism. These efforts are intended to create job opportunities and attract foreign investment, contributing to a more sustainable and diverse economic future.

  10. Leading telecommunications companies Middle East 2025, by brand value

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    Updated Jun 24, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Leading telecommunications companies Middle East 2025, by brand value [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/971969/middle-east-leading-telecom-brands-by-value/
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    Jun 24, 2025
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    Time period covered
    2025
    Area covered
    Middle East, MENA
    Description

    As of 2025, the top six mobile telecommunication companies in the Middle East based on brand value were in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Of these six companies, Saudi Telecom Company (STC) led the list with a brand value of approximately ***** billion U.S. dollars. Many of these telecommunications providers have expanded their product offerings in recent years. For example, Etisalat in the United Arab Emirates also offers entertainment, healthcare, fintech, and cloud services. Mobile telecommunication market in the Middle East The mobile telecommunications market in the Middle East is developing, as in many parts of the world. The adoption of newer generations of mobile telecommunication technology is expected to more than double by 2025. The penetration rate of 5G technology in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region was expected to reach almost ** percent by 2030. In the coming years, the number of smartphone subscribers is expected to increase by around ** million from 2022 figures. In the GCC, price and network quality were the main factors in a customer’s choice of a network provider. Mobile communication and digitalization Mobile data traffic in MENA is set to more than double by 2028. This surge in mobile data traffic is poised to revolutionize various sectors, from e-commerce and entertainment to healthcare and education, reshaping people’s way of life. In terms of the region's healthcare sector, telecom and mobile communications contribute to advancement in telemedicine services, health management terminals, and financial services. Saudi Arabia had the largest digital health industry in the GCC region with revenues of more than *** billion U.S. dollars in 2024.

  11. Top grossing international box office movies UAE 2024

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    Updated Jan 9, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Top grossing international box office movies UAE 2024 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1396783/uae-top-grossing-international-box-office-movies/
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    Jan 9, 2025
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    Time period covered
    2024
    Area covered
    United Arab Emirates
    Description

    In 2024, Oppenheimer was the highest-grossing movie in the United Arab Emirates at a staggering eight billion U.S. dollars. Among the top ten movies on the list, five of them were Indian Bollywood productions. The Goat Life stood out as the lone Malayalam language film on the list, alongside Argylle, the sole Apple Original production, which added diversity to the lineup with its action-comedy genre.

    Movie preferences in the UAE

    The United Arab Emirates boasts a diverse movie industry thanks to its overwhelming expat population. The top-grossing films highlight a strong affinity for Indian cinema, particularly in Hindi and Malayalam languages. Action and adventure movies were by far the most preferred film genres in the UAE. In addition to local cinemas, all major online streaming platforms have a footprint in the market. Netflix was one of the most popular streaming platforms for watching action and adventure movies in the UAE.

    UAE film industry investment

    As a major tourist destination, the UAE invests heavily in entertainment. In 2021, the country generated the second-highest box office revenue in the Middle East, following Saudi Arabia. Dubai and Abu Dhabi currently have the highest number of cinemas in the UAE. Additionally, the country has been investing in film production. In August 2024, Abu Dhabi’s TwoFour54, a media-free zone, allocated 40 hectares to be the site of a new film studio to attract international producers.

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Industry revenue “creative, arts and entertainment activities“ Saudi Arabia 2012-2024

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Dataset updated
Apr 9, 2025
Dataset authored and provided by
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Time period covered
2012 - 2017
Area covered
Saudi Arabia
Description

This statistic shows the revenue of the industry “creative, arts and entertainment activities“ in Saudi Arabia from 2012 to 2017, with a forecast to 2024. It is projected that the revenue of creative, arts and entertainment activities in Saudi Arabia will amount to approximately 642,3 million U.S. Dollars by 2024.

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