Saudi Market Opens Down 0.03%: TASI at 10,537 Points, Aramco Leads Trading

The Saudi stock market (Tadawul) began the Thursday, December 25, 2025, session on a slight downturn, with the TASI index recording 10,537.28 points - down 0.03% - amid selective trading and cautious investment sentiment. Sector performance was mixed: the transport sector continued its rise for the second session, up 0.72% to 5,023.62 points, while consumer services fell 0.32% due to mild selling pressure.

TASI remained steady above the 10,500-point level for the third consecutive session. Other notable sector gains included long-term goods (+0.70%) and commercial/professional services (+0.50%).

Aramco Saudi Arabia attracted investor attention, leading active stocks with a trading value of SAR 26.3 million at SAR 23.65 per share. Other actively traded stocks included MIS (SAR 32.6 million), ELM (SAR 30.3 million), MASAR (SAR 23.8 million), and Ma’aden (SAR 20.2 million). Overall, 24.9 million shares were traded, with a total value of SAR 548.9 million - concentrated in blue-chip and tech companies.

Market capitalization held at SAR 8.82 trillion. Among the 266 listed companies, 128 advanced and 112 declined. The Nomu parallel market index rose 0.35% to 23,275 points, while the Sukuk & Bonds index slipped 0.08%, and investment funds edged up 0.06%.

Top gainers included CGS (+6.65%), GAZ (+6.62%), ROUM (+4.10%), Astra Industrial (+3.98%), and Saudi Cables (+3.15%). Top decliners were Lejam Sports (-2.92%), Sanad Holding (-2.60%), FDC (-2.33%), SAHL (-2.25%), and MIS (-1.92%).

EcoPulse24’s analysis notes TASI’s resilience near 10,500 points reflects market anticipation ahead of year-end. Positive drivers include the ongoing transport sector rally and institutional confidence in Aramco and blue-chip stocks. However, weak consumer services performance and low liquidity (SAR 548.9 million) suggest continued caution. Tadawul is likely to trade within a narrow range (10,500–10,550 points) unless new economic data or global developments shift sentiment.

FAQ:
- Yesterday’s close: TASI ended Wednesday at about 10,540 points.
- Why did the transport sector rise? Anticipation of higher logistics demand for Hajj season and regional trade growth.
- Is Aramco a good investment? Aramco remains a top institutional pick due to stable dividends and index weight.

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