Kuwait’s car imports hit 1.54 billion dinars in 2025, up nearly 16 percent
Gold, cars, and energy equipment lead Kuwait’s import growth in 2025
Official data from the Central Statistical Bureau shows that Kuwait’s imports of passenger vehicles rose by 15.9% in 2025, reaching 1.546 billion dinars compared to 1.334 billion dinars in 2024, reflecting strong consumer demand.
Quarterly figures indicate that imports peaked in the fourth quarter at 394.4 million dinars, followed by the first quarter (389.6 million dinars), the third (386.1 million dinars), and the second (376.4 million dinars).
Freight vehicle imports also increased by 8.9% to 205.2 million dinars, highlighting continued activity in logistics and transport.
At the same time, imports of boats and ships declined by 14% to 122 million dinars, while aircraft spare parts dropped by 18.6% to 124 million dinars. In the technology segment, mobile phone imports edged down by 3.6% to 470.7 million dinars, and machinery imports fell by 14.1% to 337.7 million dinars, signaling softer demand in certain capital goods categories.
On the upside, gold imports surged by 60.7% to 525.4 million dinars, alongside a 13.2% rise in jewelry imports to 429.9 million dinars, reflecting robust appetite for precious metals.
The oil sector also saw significant growth, with imports of iron pipes and tubes jumping 174.8% to 334.8 million dinars, and drilling and exploration parts rising 95.5% to 125.8 million dinars, underlining continued investment in energy infrastructure.
Consumer-related imports showed mixed trends, with skincare products increasing by 15.6% and perfumes and cosmetics surging 52.9%, while ready-made clothing declined by 11.1%.
Meanwhile, imports of medical products, including serums and vaccines, rose sharply by 69% to 284.6 million dinars. Food-related imports also recorded gains, with milk and cream up 36.7% and rice rising 4.7%, alongside a notable 43.5% increase in cigarette imports.
Overall, the data highlights a diversified import landscape in Kuwait during 2025, driven by strong demand for vehicles, gold, and energy-related equipment, even as some sectors experienced declines amid shifting economic conditions.
