Closing Bell: Saudi main index slips to 10,433

The total trading turnover of the benchmark index stood at SR2.76 billion ($738 million), with 85 stocks advancing and 171 declining. Shutterstock
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Updated 14 September 2025
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Closing Bell: Saudi main index slips to 10,433

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index slipped on Sunday, losing 19.08 points, or 0.18 percent, to close at 10,433.98.

The total trading turnover of the benchmark index stood at SR2.76 billion ($738 million), with 85 stocks advancing and 171 declining.

The Kingdom’s parallel market Nomu also fell, shedding 113.37 points, or 0.45 percent, to close at 24,912.85, as 31 stocks advanced while 51 retreated.

The MSCI Tadawul Index edged down 0.83 points, or 0.06 percent, to 1,362.04.

Al Majed Oud Co. was the best-performing stock of the day, surging 9.97 percent to SR120.20. Other top gainers included Fawaz Abdulaziz Alhokair Co., up 3.67 percent to SR23.72, and Saudi Arabian Mining Co., which rose 2.85 percent to SR55.95.

On the other hand, Dar Al Majed Real Estate Co. posted the steepest loss, dropping 8.35 percent to SR11.64. Alandalus Property Co. fell 6.19 percent to SR18.48, while Tamkeen Human Resource Co. declined 4.40 percent to SR54.30.

On the announcements front, Saudi Azm for Communication and Information Technology Co. reported its annual financial results for the year ending June 30. According to a Tadawul filing, the company’s net profit rose 30.03 percent to SR39.2 million, driven by higher gross profit, stronger income from associates, increased other income, and lower zakat and tax expenses. This came despite higher operating and finance costs.

Revenue grew 16.32 percent to SR253.16 million, supported by new projects and stronger returns from ongoing operations. Shares of Saudi Azm closed at SR25.12, down 1.09 percent.

Saudi Fisheries Co. announced board approval to establish a limited liability company with 100 percent ownership and a capital of SR100,000. Its stock ended the session at SR92.50, up 0.38 percent.

Meanwhile, Tabuk Agricultural Development Co. disclosed it had signed a SR5 million contract with East Asia Agricultural Development and Investment Co. for onion crop production, sales, and marketing. The 10-month agreement is expected to positively impact the company’s 2026 financial results. Shares of Tabuk closed at SR9.69, down 0.10 percent.


Saudi Exports launches ‘Saudi Crafts’ brand at ‘Made in Saudi’ exhibition in collaboration with Heritage Commission

Updated 15 December 2025
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Saudi Exports launches ‘Saudi Crafts’ brand at ‘Made in Saudi’ exhibition in collaboration with Heritage Commission

RIYADH: Saudi Export Development Authority, known as Saudi Exports, represented by the “Made in Saudi” program, in collaboration with the Heritage Commission, has officially launched the “Saudi Crafts” brand as a sub-brand under the national “Saudi Made” umbrella, coinciding with the Year of Handicrafts.

The announcement was made during the third edition of the “Made in Saudi” exhibition, held at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center in Malham from Dec. 15 to 17.

The launch builds on the initial unveiling of the brand during the Saudi International Handicrafts Week, also known as Banan, in November, marking a new step in developing the handicrafts sector, empowering male and female artisans, and strengthening the presence of their products within the national industrial ecosystem.

The “Saudi Crafts” brand aims to showcase Saudi handicrafts as products that embody creativity, authenticity, and quality, presented in a contemporary manner that enhances their competitiveness in local and global markets under the national “Saudi Made” brand.

This year’s Made in Saudi exhibition has allocated dedicated spaces to display artisans’ products, highlight national craftsmanship skills, and connect artisans with supporting entities and potential buyers, boosting growth opportunities and reinforcing the role of Saudi handicrafts as part of the Kingdom’s cultural and economic identity.

The official launch of the Saudi Crafts brand represents a significant milestone in joint national efforts to develop creative industries, support the sustainability of local crafts, and expand the presence of Saudi products in domestic and international markets.