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Consumer Sentiment Index
An index that measures the extent of changes in the level of optimism or pessimism of consumers toward the economy in the near future, through an economic survey on the opinions, views and conditions of consumers that are concerned with the current conditions in addition to their expectations of the upcoming economic conditions.
Foreign Direct Investment
An investment that reflects a long-term relationship and a permanent interest of economic entities that exist in economiesy other than the Saudi economy. This means that the foreign investor owns 10% or more of the shareholders' equity, which enables the foreign investor to exercise some kind of influence on the decision-making process in a way that serves its interests. Thus, this process is described as foreign direct investment.
Food security survey
The Food Security Survey measures the moderate or severe difficulties faced by the head of the household (family leader) and their family in obtaining food.
Short-term business statistics
The Short-Term Business Statistics product is one of the economic statistical products designed to measure the short-term performance of the various sectors of the economy through monthly indicators that track developments and growth rates for each sector. The product covers all economic activities in establishments operating within the business sector.
Labor Force Survey
The Household Survey is conducted by the General Authority for Statistics, where data is collected through communication with a representative sample of Saudi and non-Saudi residents in all administrative regions of the Kingdom.
Structural Business Statistics Survey
It is considered one of the most important economic statistics conducted by GASTAT, as this survey provides statistics on establishments that are engaged in various economic activities along with the structure of the economic sector in Saudi Arabia. These statistics include the number of employees and their compensation, expenses, revenues, and capital formation.
Research and Development Survey
Research and Development is an annual survey concerned with research and development fields in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It aims to provide economic indicators of research and development.
National Health Survey
The survey targets adults aged 15 and above, and it addresses questions regarding health status, healthcare needs, and health behaviors of the population of Saudi Arabia, including the workforce. This comprehensive survey aims to collect and analyze data on a wide range of health-related topics to enrich public health policies, workforce safety programs, and healthcare services.