Saudi Market Closes Higher as Main Index Rises, Supported by Blue Chips

The Saudi main index (TASI) ended Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in positive territory, extending its gains with support from leading blue-chip stocks. Sector performance was mixed, with some sectors posting modest gains while others faced selling pressure.

General Index Performance:
- Closed at 10,585.83 points (+0.32%)
- Gains mainly supported by banking, commercial services, and long-term goods sectors

Sector Performance:
- Consumer Services: +1.18%
- Commercial & Professional Services: +1.05%
- Long-Term Goods: +0.22%
- Transport: −0.70% (weakest sector of the session)

Leading Stocks:
- Al Rajhi Bank: SAR 97.65, nearly SAR 250 million in trades
- Saudi Aramco: SAR 23.81, among top traded values at over SAR 144 million
- SNB (Saudi National Bank): SAR 37.88, trades exceeded SAR 106 million
- Ma’aden: SAR 63.50, trades near SAR 96 million
- Alinma Bank: SAR 24.64, trades around SAR 86 million

Top Gainers:
- Almasar Alshamel: +9.99%
- Saudi Cables: +9.98%
- UCIC: +4.96%
- Al Yamamah Steel: +4.07%
- Shari: +3.77%

Top Losers:
- Emaar: −3.08%
- United Gulf Cooperative Insurance: −2.47%
- Dar Alarkan REIT: −2.01%
- Derayah: −1.99%
- Tasheel: −1.96%

Liquidity and Trading Activity:
- Total traded value: ~SAR 3.01 billion
- Total traded volume: ~149.8 million shares
- 162 companies advanced, 86 declined, out of 266 listed companies

EcoPulse24 Analysis:
The market's performance reflects a continuation of cautious optimism, with the index largely dependent on blue chips and selective liquidity. Investors remain watchful for any economic catalysts or financial results that could influence upcoming sessions.