AMMAN — The Jordan Chamber of Industry (JCI) has projected the creation of nearly 11,000 new jobs in the industrial sector during 2026, according to its Industrial Outlook Report for the year.

 

The report, cited by Al Mamlka, forecasts a 7.5 per cent growth in industrial exports, alongside a 7 per cent increase in the sector’s value added and a 4 per cent rise in employment. These indicators reflect improved production efficiency and stronger competitiveness of Jordanian industrial products in both domestic and international markets.

 

JCI said that the industrial sector is expected to maintain its positive performance in 2026, driven by higher productivity, expanding exports, and increased job creation, reinforcing its role as a key engine of national economic growth.

 

The outlook was developed based on three scenarios, conservative, moderate, and optimistic, accounting for varying economic conditions at the local, regional, and global levels, as well as market stability and international trade trends.

 

Under the moderate scenario, Jordanian industrial exports are expected to rise by 7.5 per cent in 2026, an increase of approximately 600 million compared with the previous year. The growth is attributed to stronger demand for Jordanian products in both traditional and emerging markets, improvements in product quality, and growing international confidence in national industries.

 

The report also noted that royal visits conducted in 2025 to several Asian and European countries are expected to contribute to opening new markets for Jordanian products by strengthening economic ties and expanding trade opportunities, supporting export growth in 2026.

 

In terms of value added, the industrial sector is projected to grow by 7 per cent, equivalent to an increase of about JD 725 million compared with 2025. This growth is expected to be driven by expanded exports and investments, higher local content, and increased adoption of modern technologies to enhance production efficiency.

 

Employment in the sector is forecast to grow by 4 per cent, resulting in the creation of approximately 10,900 new jobs to support expanding industrial production capacity.

 

JCI emphasized that these positive indicators demonstrate the resilience and stability of the industrial sector and its continued ability to contribute significantly to GDP growth and sustainable job creation, despite regional challenges and global economic pressures.