Latest mergers and acquisitions deals in Saudi Arabia for 2025 📈
January 1, 2025
1. Decisions of the Saudi Competition Authority 🏢
In January 2025, the General Authority for Competition issued 16 decisions regarding requests for economic concentration, which included several acquisition and merger deals, the most notable of which are:
Acquisition of Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma'aden) of 25.1% of the capital of Ma'aden Bauxite and Alumina Company and Ma'aden Aluminum Company.
Merger of the Cooperative Insurance and Reinsurance Company (Medgulf) with BROOG Cooperative Insurance Company.
2. Venture Capital Activity 🚀
The Kingdom seeks to enhance its share in the field of venture capital by 2025, focusing on startups in the fields of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. The number of venture capital deals reached approximately 178 deals valued at 750 million dollars in 2024, with expectations of an increase in this number in the current year.
3. Merger Deals in the Insurance Sector 🛡️
The Saudi insurance sector is witnessing momentum in merger and acquisition deals, with expectations for this activity to continue throughout 2025. These movements come as companies seek to enhance their capital and meet minimum capital requirements.
4. Acquisitions by the Public Investment Fund 💼
The Saudi Public Investment Fund announced the completion of its acquisition of a stake of approximately 15% in FGP Topco, the parent company of Heathrow Airport in the United Kingdom, in December 2024.
5. Acquisition of Budget Saudi Arabia 🚗
The United International Transportation Company (Budget Saudi Arabia) completed its acquisition of 70% of the shares of Overseas Development Holdingin the United Arab Emirates, in December 2024.
Note: This information reflects the latest developments as of February 2025. For the most up-to-date information, it is recommended to follow official sources and specialized news reports.
