Riyadh, March 5, 2025 – The Saudi Stock Exchange Main Index (TASI) ended today’s trading session on a negative note, closing down by 192.11 points to settle at 11,931.70 points. This drop followed a day of mixed performance across various sectors, with a total trading value reaching SAR 6.4 billion. The volume of traded shares amounted to 252 million, highlighting active market participation despite the overall decline.
According to the daily economic bulletin released by the Saudi Press Agency, 47 companies saw gains, while a larger portion of 202 companies ended the day in the red, reflecting a broad-based downturn in the market. This decline suggests investor caution, with several sectors and stocks experiencing downward pressure despite some individual successes.
In addition to the performance of TASI, the Saudi Parallel Market Index (NOMU) also recorded a loss today, dropping by 161.93 points to close at 31,534.04 points. NOMU, which is often considered a barometer for smaller, more speculative stocks, saw a trading volume of SAR 24 million, with over two million shares exchanged during the session.
The decline in both the main and parallel markets underscores ongoing market volatility as investors respond to various economic and corporate factors. This drop follows a series of fluctuations within the global and regional financial markets, suggesting that external influences, including oil price movements and global economic conditions, may have played a role in today’s performance.
The Saudi stock market has been undergoing various adjustments as the country continues to diversify its economy under the Vision 2030 plan, with both opportunities and challenges ahead. Investors are keeping a close eye on market movements, particularly in light of the kingdom’s ongoing efforts to transition to a more sustainable and diversified economic future.
As the trading week continues, analysts and market participants will be monitoring these developments closely to gauge whether this recent downturn is part of a broader trend or a short-term market correction.