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The Ministry of Commerce announced that the total number of registered commercial franchises in Saudi Arabia increased by 53% during the first nine months of 2026, reaching 6,484 registrations versus 4,227 at the end of 2025. 
In a statement today, Nov. 1, the ministry said the leading sectors and activities in terms of franchise registrations included food and beverages, fuel and petroleum, and fashion and apparel, among others.
It noted that the Commercial Franchise Law has contributed to the sector’s growth. The law aims to regulate and develop the sector, enhance transparency, protect the rights of all parties involved, provide an attractive investment environment, improve the quality of goods and services, and promote the sustainability, growth, and expansion of commercial activities.
Logo ofThe Ministry of Commerce
The Ministry of Commerce announced that the total number of registered commercial franchises in Saudi Arabia increased by 53% during the first nine months of 2026, reaching 6,484 registrations versus 4,227 at the end of 2025.
In a statement today, Nov. 1, the ministry said the leading sectors and activities in terms of franchise registrations included food and beverages, fuel and petroleum, and fashion and apparel, among others.
It noted that the Commercial Franchise Law has contributed to the sector’s growth. The law aims to regulate and develop the sector, enhance transparency, protect the rights of all parties involved, provide an attractive investment environment, improve the quality of goods and services, and promote the sustainability, growth, and expansion of commercial activities.
