The Saudi Stock Market (Tadawul) closed today, Tuesday, May 26, 2026, with a slight increase, continuing the upward trend that began in recent sessions. The general index TASI rose by more than 41 points amid liquidity exceeding 11 billion riyals.
📊 Today’s Session Summary
The TASI index ended today’s trading at 11,027.54 points, up 41.98 points, or 0.38%. The market opened at 11,001.51 points and fluctuated during the session between a high of 11,032.07 points and a low of 10,973.13 points.
Trading value reached approximately 11.08 billion riyals, distributed over 372.87 million shares, with a total of 485,573 transactions. This high liquidity indicates clear activity from traders and investors.
📈 Performance of Main Indices
| Index | Points | Change | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| TASI | 11,027.54 | +41.98 | +0.38% |
| MT30 | 1,475.62 | +6.28 | +0.43% |
| NOMU | 22,905.50 | +125.90 | +0.55% |
| Sukuk and Bonds | 911.67 | +3.62 | +0.40% |
All indices closed in the green zone today, which is a positive indicator of the market’s overall performance.
🏆 Top Gainers and Losers
In terms of stocks, some companies recorded strong gains exceeding 6%, while there was pressure on some leading stocks, particularly in the banking and petrochemical sectors.
- Top 5 Gainers: Gains ranged between 6.72% and 8.33%
- Top 5 Losers: Losses ranged between 2.35% and 3.62%
Small and medium-cap stocks were the most active in terms of percentage change, while leading stocks such as Aramco and Saudi Electricity saw normal trading.
📆 TASI Performance Since the Beginning of the Year
Since the beginning of 2026, the TASI index has achieved cumulative gains of 536.85 points, with an increase of 5.12%. This positive performance reflects the strength of the Saudi economy and the continued momentum of economic reforms associated with Vision 2030.
The index’s trading range over the last 52 weeks has been between 11,781.68 points (peak) and 10,193.83 points (trough), meaning the market is still within its mid-range.
💡 Quick Analysis
- Liquidity: Today’s liquidity exceeding 11 billion riyals reflects a return of investor confidence after recent corrections
- NOMU Market: The parallel market performed the strongest today with a 0.55% increase, indicating investor interest in emerging and growing companies
- Since the beginning of May: The index has been trading in a sideways range between 10,950 and 11,050 points after retreating from April peaks at 11,589 points
🔮 Forecasts
Analysts expect the continuation of sideways trading in the near term, with the possibility of testing levels of 11,100 points if the positive momentum continues. The factors currently affecting the market include:
- Global oil prices and their impact on the energy and petrochemical sectors
- Second-quarter 2026 corporate earnings
- Global monetary policies and inflation
- Government spending and Vision 2030 projects
📌 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I follow the Saudi stock market live?
A: You can follow the market live through the Saudi Exchange website or applications such as Investing.com and Mubasher.
Q: What is the market capital of Tadawul?
A: The market capitalization of listed shares exceeds 9.92 trillion Saudi riyals (approximately $2.65 trillion), making it one of the largest markets in the region.
Q: What are the trading hours in the Saudi Exchange?
A: Trading is from Sunday to Thursday, from 10:00 am to 3:20 pm Saudi time.
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🔗 Sources: Saudi Exchange (Saudi Financial Market)
Updated: May 26, 2026
