Oman recorded a sharp increase in the value of exports of pearls, precious stones and precious metals during the first eight months of 2026, with the total reaching approximately US$1.2 billion. This represents a rise of 1,970 per cent compared with around US$59.8 million rials recorded during the same period in 2025, as reported by Al Shabiba, a partner of TV BRICS.
The figures were reported in the October 2026 monthly statistical bulletin issued by Oman’s National Centre for Statistics and Information. The data highlight a significant expansion in the export value of this commodity group by the end of August.
In absolute terms, exports increased by approximately US$1.1 billion year on year, marking one of the most substantial rises among the commodity groups covered by the country’s foreign trade indicators.
The National Centre for Statistics and Information monitors Oman’s foreign trade through regular data on exports, imports and overall trade flows. These indicators provide insight into changes in the country’s international trade performance.
The latest figures underline the growing value of this commodity group in Oman’s export statistics during the period from January to August 2026.