Saudi Arabia’s US Treasury holdings dropped to $126.9 billion in January, down $10.6 billion from the previous month—a decline of 7.7%. This shift may reflect market changes or adjustments in investment strategies as the country responds to global economic trends.
Despite the decrease, Saudi Arabia maintained its 17th place among the largest holders of US Treasuries and remains the only Gulf Cooperation Council nation in the top 20. The portfolio consisted mainly of long-term bonds, making up 83% of the total, with the remainder in short-term securities.
Overall, January saw net foreign outflows from US securities, while foreign residents slightly increased their long-term US holdings. US residents also raised their investments in long-term foreign assets.
Japan continued as the leading holder of US Treasury bonds, followed by China and the UK. Other major holders included Luxembourg, the Cayman Islands, Belgium, Canada, France, Ireland, and Switzerland. Saudi Arabia remained notable in the region for its significant position on this list.