# The 30 largest retail chains in Riyadh Tamtam tracks 35 retail chains headquartered in Riyadh. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by stc, alinma and alrajhi bank. Their median headcount is 1,481. Half of them were founded in 1992 or later. The companies listed here are primarily large firms in Riyadh, with a strong presence in the financial and telecommunications sectors. Noteworthy examples include stc, an innovative digital champion in telecommunications, and alinma, a Saudi joint-stock financial institution. Alrajhi Bank, established in 1957, is an Islamic bank with substantial assets. Mobily provides integrated telecom services, while Jarir Bookstore is a leading retailer of consumer electronics and books. A significant portion of these companies are engaged in banking, such as Bank Albilad and Arab National Bank, alongside telecommunications providers like Zain KSA and channels by stc. The data shows a concentration of large companies with headquarters in Riyadh, many of which were founded between the late 1970s and the early 2000s, indicating a period of significant corporate growth in the region. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh Β· 30 companies Β· Updated Nov 12, 2026 | # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | 1 | [stc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stc-riyadh) (careers.stc.com.sa)
Innovative digital champion focused on enriching lives through collaborative work, fresh ideas, impactful solutions, and a commitment to sustainability Empowering and maximizing potential | Telecommunications | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 18,097 | 1998 | | 2 | [alinma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alinma) (alinma.com)
Saudi joint-stock financial institution with SAR 20 billion capital, major shareholders include Public Investment Fund, Pension Public Agency, and Social Insurance. | Banking | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 13,996 | 2007 | | 3 | [alrajhi bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alrajhi-bank) (alrajhibank.com.sa)
Established in 1957, this Islamic bank has over $100 billion in assets and a vast network of branches, ATMs, and remittance centers | Banking | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 13,178 | | | 4 | [Mobily](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mobily) (mobily.com.sa)
It provides integrated telecom services for individuals, businesses, and carriers, with extensive wireless and FTTH networks across Saudi Arabia and beyond. | Telecommunications | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 8,775 | 2004 | | 5 | [Ψ¨Ω†Ωƒ Ψ§Ω„Ψ¨Ω„Ψ§Ψ― \| Bank Albilad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bank-albilad) (bankalbilad.com.sa)
The company provides innovative and genuine shariah-compliant banking products, fostering a culture of initiative, partnership, trust, and accountability in the Islamic banking sector | Banking | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 6,980 | 2005 | | 6 | [Arab National Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arab-national-bank) (anb.com.sa)
Universal commercial bank providing corporate and retail banking services with extensive branches, digital platforms, and ATM networks across Saudi Arabia. | Banking | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 4,937 | 1979 | | 7 | [Zain KSA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zain-ksa) (sa.zain.com)
Leading telecom operator in Saudi Arabia offering 5G, digital payments, cloud computing, IoT, fiber, and advanced technology solutions nationwide. | Telecommunications | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 3,354 | | | 8 | [Jarir Bookstore](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jarir-bookstore) (jarir.com)
Leading retailer in GCC offering consumer electronics, books, office supplies, focusing on knowledge, productivity, and entertainment products. | Retail | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 3,253 | 1979 | | 9 | [Saudi Post \| SPL](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/saudi-post-spl) (splonline.com.sa)
A leading provider of postal and logistics services in Saudi Arabia, offering modern services with advanced postal and logistical technologies | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 2,809 | 1900 | | 10 | [The Saudi Investment Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-saudi-investment-bank) (saib.com.sa)
Provides wholesale, retail, commercial banking, investment banking, trade finance, asset management, leasing, mortgages, insurance, and credit card services. | Banking | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 2,679 | 1977 | | 11 | [channels by stc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/channels-by-stc) (channels.com.sa)
A leading telecom distribution company in the Middle East, specializing in sales and distribution of products and services through various innovative digital platforms | Telecommunications | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 2,653 | 2008 | | 12 | [Kudu company for food and catering](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kudu-company-for-food-and-catering) (kuducompany.com)
Restaurant chain in Saudi Arabia, providing a unique eating experience, focusing on high quality and efficient service, with over 30 years experience. | Restaurants | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 2,103 | 1988 | | 13 | [Saudi Entertainment Ventures \| SEVEN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/saudi-entertainment-ventures-seven) (seven.sa)
Investment and development of entertainment destinations across Saudi Arabia, creating sustainable, world-class recreational experiences for residents and nationals. | Entertainment Providers | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 2,033 | 2018 | | 14 | [McDonald's Saudi Arabia Central, Eastern, & Northern Regions](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mcdonald-s-saudi-arabia-central-eastern-and-northern-regions) (mcdonalds.com)
Exclusive food franchise operating in central, eastern, northern Saudi Arabia, focusing on local suppliers, workforce training, and high-quality safe products. | Food and Beverage Services | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,632 | 1993 | | 15 | [Landmark Arabia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/landmark-arabia) (landmarkgroup.com)
Operates retail and hospitality brands, including homegrown and franchised international names, across the GCC, India, and Southeast Asia, focusing on e-commerce and logistics. | Retail | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,481 | 1994 | | 16 | [Cenomi Retail](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cenomi-retail) (cenomiretail.com)
Introduction and operation of over 80 international retail and F&B brands across multiple countries, focusing on growth and partnerships. | Retail Apparel and Fashion | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,470 | 1990 | | 17 | [ΨΉΩ†ΩˆΨ§Ω† Ψ§Ω„Ω‚Ω‡ΩˆΨ© \| The Coffee Address](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-coffee-address) (addresscafe.sa)
Company was founded with one goal: nothing ever beats a cup of freshly roasted specialty coffee. | Food and Beverage Services | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,394 | | | 18 | [Alamar](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alamar) (alamar.com)
Saudi-based company operating Quick Service Restaurants across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan, known for customer experience and technology. | Restaurants | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,270 | 1992 | | 19 | [Al Hokair Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-hokair-group) (alhokair.com)
Investment in hospitality and entertainment sectors, operating numerous hotels and entertainment centers across Saudi Arabia and the UAE. | Hospitality | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,202 | | | 20 | [Shawarmer - Ψ΄Ψ§ΩˆΨ±Ω…Ψ±](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/shawarmer) (shawarmer.com)
Operates a quick-service restaurant chain, specializing in Middle Eastern shawarma sandwiches, innovating and elevating traditional experience with international quality standards across Saudi Arabia. | Restaurants | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,030 | 1999 | | 21 | [Saudi Automotive Services Company (SASCO)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/saudi-automotive-services-company-sasco) (sasco.com.sa)
Car service centers, motels, restaurants, fuel transport, equipment sales, beverage provision, international driving licenses, customs transit books issuance. | Retail | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,008 | 1982 | | 22 | [Arabian Oud](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arabian-oud) (us.arabianoud.com)
Global manufacturer and retailer of authentic oriental perfumes, incense, and oil perfumes with a focus on heritage and quality. | Retail | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 1,003 | 1982 | | 23 | [Tim Hortons - Middle East](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tim-hortons-middle-east) (timhortonsgcc.com)
Premium coffee, specialty beverages, donuts, and made to order sandwiches served across various locations throughout the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. | Food and Beverage Services | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 936 | 2011 | | 24 | [L'azurde](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/l-azurde) (lazurde.com)
Designing, manufacturing, and distributing high-quality gold and diamond jewelry with unique, elegant designs for women across Middle East and globally. | Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 871 | 1982 | | 25 | [Al-Faisaliah Group (JSC)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-faisaliah-group-jsc) (alfaisaliah.com)
Holding company operating in dairy, electronics, healthcare, and food service sectors with strategic partnerships and regional presence. | Investment Management | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 834 | 1971 | | 26 | [United Motors Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/united-motors-company) (umc.com.sa)
Exclusive Kia and JETOUR brand representation in Saudi Arabia, multi-franchise aftersales services including FixAuto and Repair2Care nationwide. | Retail Motor Vehicles | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 651 | 1999 | | 27 | [Al-Hassan Ghazi Ibrahim Shaker Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-hassan-ghazi-ibrahim-shaker-company) (shaker.com.sa)
Exclusive LG air conditioner distributor and manufacturer in Saudi Arabia, distributing home appliances, operating wholesale, B2B, projects, and energy consultancy. | Wholesale | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 644 | 1950 | | 28 | [ALFA Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alfa-company) (alfaco.com.sa)
Leading restaurant operator in Saudi Arabia managing multiple recognized brands, focusing on customer service, food quality, and operational excellence. | Restaurants | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 558 | 2003 | | 29 | [Cenomi Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cenomi-group) (cenomigroup.com)
Transforming lifestyle experiences in Saudi Arabia with an integrated retail ecosystem, leading brands, and online shopping Operating malls and stores internationally #EnterNewDimensions | Retail | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 554 | 1990 | | 30 | [Masdar - Ω…Ψ΅Ψ―Ψ±](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/masdar) (masdaronline.com)
Leading supplier of steel, timber, insulation, plumbing, electrical, tools, hardware, chemicals, and fasteners for construction needs across Saudi Arabia. | Wholesale Building Materials | πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Riyadh | 509 | 1971 | ## How this list is built Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026. ## More company lists in Riyadh - [The largest companies in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/largest-companies-riyadh) (297) - [Multinational companies in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/multinational-companies-riyadh) (78) - [Critical infrastructure operators in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/critical-infrastructure-operators-riyadh) (48) - [Companies with a mobile app in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/companies-with-mobile-app-riyadh) (47) - [Public sector organisations in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/public-sector-organisations-riyadh) (43) - [Corporate groups and holding companies in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/holding-companies-riyadh) (34) - [IT Services and IT Consulting companies in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/it-services-and-it-consulting-companies-riyadh) (33) - [Publicly traded companies in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/publicly-traded-companies-riyadh) (31) - [IT services companies in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/it-services-companies-riyadh) (27) - [Government Administration companies in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/government-administration-companies-riyadh) (25) - [Manufacturers in Riyadh](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/manufacturers-riyadh) (25) ## The same list elsewhere in Saudi Arabia - [Retail chains in Saudi Arabia](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-saudi-arabia) (87) - [Retail chains in Jeddah](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-jeddah) (26) ## The same list elsewhere - [Retail chains in the world](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-in-the-world) (35,499) - [Retail chains in the Middle East](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-in-the-middle-east) (803) --- Source: https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-riyadh