Saudi Arabia's main stock index posted sharp losses on Sunday, October 25, 2026, with the Tadawul All Share Index closing at 9,438.50 points — down 257.36 points, or 2.65%. The drop pushed the benchmark to its lowest closing level since 2021.
Selling pressure was broad across the market. Of the shares traded during the session, only 30 advanced while 348 declined and 35 closed unchanged. Total trading turnover for the day reached SAR 4.31 billion.
Among the biggest movers to the downside, Halwani Bros. recorded the largest single decline, falling the daily limit of 10% to close at SAR 22.14.
Why it matters
The broad-based sell-off affected the vast majority of listed companies, signaling widespread caution among investors rather than a decline confined to a single sector. With the index at its lowest point in several years, the session is likely to draw close attention from local and expatriate investors who follow the Saudi market.
For residents with investments or savings linked to the market, days of heavy declines are a reminder of the importance of a long-term view and diversified holdings. Market levels can shift from one trading session to the next, and a single day's performance does not necessarily indicate a sustained trend.
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