Saudi Arabia’s CEOs Top the Charts on Confidence and AI Readiness, KPMG Reports
A strong momentum is also visible in the sustainability segment as 76% of CEOs report fully integrating ESG objectives into their corporate strategies, significantly higher than global levels.
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Saudi Arabia’s CEOs are set to enter 2026 with high levels of confidence, despite a challenging global environment marked by economic uncertainty and geopolitical pressures, according to a new KPMG report.
The optimism casts a positive light as Vision 2030’s reform, regulatory stability, and digital transformation continue to strengthen business sentiment across the Kingdom.
As per the report, 88% of CEOs are confident in their company’s growth prospects over the next three years, surpassing the global average. This is fueled by pro-growth policies, strengthened governance, and expanding capital flows.
“CEOs continue to demonstrate optimism anchored in action. Vision 2030 is reshaping the Kingdom’s economic landscape, and business leaders are responding with strong investments in technology, governance, and talent. Their commitment to responsible innovation—especially in AI—reflects a balance between ambition and accountability,” said Abdullah Al Fozan, CEO, KPMG Middle East.
Regarding AI, Saudi Arabia’s leadership is a global benchmark, with 84% of CEOs confident they can deploy AI responsibly. This is supported by a mature data governance ecosystem led by the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) and initiatives such as HUMAIN.
Saudi CEOs are prioritizing investing in talent as a growth trajectory, intending to expand their workforce in the coming years. Aligning with Vision 2030’s Human Capability Development Program, reskilling and workforce development will ensure AI-driven transformation, enhancing productivity, inclusion, and economic opportunity for locals.
A strong momentum is also visible in the sustainability segment, as 76% of CEOs report that they have fully integrated ESG objectives into their corporate strategies, which is significantly higher than the global average.
“The findings confirm that Saudi Arabia is moving from navigating global uncertainty to defining the standards for future-ready growth,” added Fozan.
