According to the released data, non-oil GDP grew by 3.5% at constant prices and 5.3% at current prices compared to the same period of the previous year. This reflects the continued national efforts in economic diversification and enhances the contribution of non-oil sectors to the economy.
In contrast, oil GDP recorded a decline of 2.6% at constant prices and 14.2% at current prices, due to the fall in international oil prices and lower production volumes.
Most of the activities achieved growth. Professional, scientific, and technical activities recorded growth of 12%, followed by wholesale and retail trade activities at 6.7%, and Real Estate Activities at 4.7% at constant prices.
At current prices, professional, scientific, and technical activities also recorded the highest growth rate at 12.7%, followed by information and communication activities at 10.9%, and Accommodation & food services at 10.4%.
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