The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies recorded a strong rebound in the first quarter of 2025, with new data from GCC-Stat showing nominal GDP reached US$588.1 billion, up 5.7% year-on-year. Real GDP climbed to US$466.2 billion, representing a 3.0% annual rise.
All six GCC member states UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain contributed to this positive momentum, reflecting ongoing resilience and the continued push for economic diversification across the region. For professionals and investors, this growth signals strengthening job markets, fresh opportunities, and robust advances in non-oil sectors, underscoring the region’s commitment to sustainable development.
