Saudi Stock Market Closes Lower at 11,898 Points
March 5, 2025
Overview of Saudi Stock Market Performance
The Saudi Stock Market’s main index closed lower today, falling by 32.84 points, bringing the index to 11,898.86 points. The market saw a total trading volume of 5.6 billion riyals, with 215 million shares exchanged. While 69 companies saw an increase in their stock prices, 165 companies experienced a decline.
Key Performers in the Market Today
Top Gaining Stocks
- Al-Saudia German Health
- Care
- Advanced Industries
- City Cement
- Al-Mousa
These stocks saw significant gains, with an increase ranging from 6.37% to 9.95%.
Top Declining Stocks
- Walaa Insurance
- Nice One
- Fakih Medical
- Malath Insurance
- AMAK
These companies recorded the steepest declines in today’s trading session.
Sector-Specific Activity: Most Active Companies
Most Active by Volume
- Al-Baha
- Americana
- Saudi Aramco
- Shams
- Sira
Most Active by Value
- Al-Rajhi Bank
- Saudi Aramco
- STC
- National Commercial Bank
- Fakih Medical
Despite a decline in the main index, these companies maintained strong trading activity, particularly in terms of volume and market value.
Parallel Market Performance: Nomu Index
The parallel market, also known as the Nomu Index, saw an increase of 21.44 points, closing at 31,555.48 points. The Nomu market experienced trading worth 39 million riyals with over 3 million shares exchanged.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What caused the Saudi Stock Market index to close lower today?
The market decline can be attributed to a mix of factors, including sector performance and the fluctuating stock prices of several key companies. Despite some stocks seeing gains, the overall trend was downward.
Which sectors performed the best today?
The health, cement, and insurance sectors saw notable gains, led by companies like Al-Saudia German Health and City Cement.
What is the Nomu Index, and how did it perform?
The Nomu Index represents the parallel market, which focuses on smaller and emerging companies. It closed higher today, with a positive shift of 21.44 points.
