The Saudi stock market rose 135 points with trading volume reaching 4.78 billion
The Saudi Stock Exchange's main index (TASI) continued its positive performance, achieving a significant jump in today's trading session. The index rose by 134.9 points, equivalent to 1.21%, to close at 11,268.48 points. This increase reflects a prevailing sense of optimism among traders and investors, supported by healthy liquidity and promising future economic indicators.
Trading details and market liquidity
The session witnessed significant trading activity, with total trading value reaching approximately SAR 4.78 billion, resulting from the trading of nearly 214 million shares. This liquidity contributed to boosting the market capitalization of listed shares to SAR 9.352 trillion. Regarding company performance, the screens were predominantly green, with 199 companies recording gains, compared to only 62 companies experiencing declines out of the 268 companies listed on the market, indicating a broad-based upward trend across most sectors.
The real estate sector and leading stocks are at the forefront
Leading stocks and the real estate development sector played a pivotal role in pushing the index into positive territory. The Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) topped the list of gainers with a nearly 10% increase, followed by prominent real estate companies such as Al-Aqar and Makkah Construction and Development, which jumped by 10%, in addition to Dar Al Arkan, which rose by 8%. Shares of Taiba, Al-Andalus, and Jabal Omar also saw gains ranging between 2% and 4%, reflecting a recovery in the Kingdom's real estate and tourism sectors.
In the banking and energy sectors, Al Rajhi Bank's stock continued to support the index, rising 2% to close at SAR 107.80, while ACWA Power's stock increased by 1% to reach SAR 181.90. These positive movements by heavyweight stocks bolster market stability and provide upward momentum.
Economic dimensions and future incentives
This strong market performance coincides with the announcement of the imminent opening of the market to all categories of non-resident foreign investors, scheduled to begin on Sunday, February 1, 2026. This step is a qualitative leap in the history of the Saudi financial market, as it is expected to contribute to attracting huge foreign capital inflows, enhancing the Saudi market's position in global indices, and increasing market depth and transparency, in line with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objectives for developing the financial sector.
Annual performance of the index
With this positive close, the Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) strengthens its gains since the beginning of this year, adding about 780 points to its balance, recording growth of 7.4% compared to the 2025 closing. The index opened today's session at 11,139 points, which was the lowest point recorded, while it touched its highest level at 11,285 points, confirming the dominance of buying forces throughout the trading sessions.
