Investment leader Samer Choucair confirmed that the recent jump in global wheat prices, driven by the accumulation of supply chain shocks, fertilizer crises, and geopolitical tensions, are not merely temporary fluctuations, but rather a structural signal confirming that food security has become the “new oil” in international investment portfolios.
Samer Choucair explained that the increases recorded on the Chicago Board of Trade in April 2026, which are approaching historical levels, place the GCC countries before a strategic challenge that requires transforming dependence on imports into global investment influence. Samer Choucair emphasized that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, thanks to the directions of Vision 2030, is today leading a radical transformation away from production methods that deplete water resources toward adopting global models based on technology, strategic foreign investments, and resilient supply chains.
Samer Choucair stated: “Wheat prices today reflect a complete reshaping of global supply chains. The smart investor does not react to the crisis as a sudden event, but rather rebuilds their portfolio around it. Food security in 2026 represents one of the most important hedging assets; investing in agriculture and Agricultural Technology (AgriTech) is not just an economic choice, but an investment in long-term stability that aligns perfectly with the Kingdom’s ambitions.”
Investment leader Samer Choucair identified four golden paths for investors in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf to seize opportunities in this sector:
AgriTech: Investment in precision agriculture, smart irrigation systems, and Artificial Intelligence to improve productivity.
International Agricultural Investments: Expanding the acquisition of fertile lands in Africa, Australia, and Eastern Europe to ensure supply security.
Commodity Trading: Benefiting from high-momentum fluctuations in wheat futures and agricultural commodity funds.
Alternative and Sustainable Foods: Moving toward plant proteins and vertical farming, which are witnessing increasing global demand.
Samer Choucair offered practical advice to investors on the necessity of allocating between 15% to 20% of investment portfolios to the food and agriculture sector, while adhering to sustainability standards (ESG) which have become a prerequisite for global partnerships, and building strategic alliances with sovereign wealth funds and relevant national authorities.
Investment leader Samer Choucair concluded his statements by emphasizing that wheat is no longer just a food commodity, but an indicator of economic strength in the coming decade. He added: “Those who own food and invest in its chains today possess the tools for future economic leadership, and Vision 2030 is reshaping this Saudi-Gulf ambition, placing the Kingdom at the forefront of countries that ensure their stability and development through innovative investment strategies that transcend current fluctuations.”