TASI Closes Lower at 10,392 Points in Fifth Consecutive Weekly Loss

The TASI index, the main benchmark of the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul), closed at 10,392 points on October 1, 2026, recording its fifth consecutive weekly decline. This downturn represents the index's longest weekly losing streak since November 2025, according to market data, following a continuous wave of declines in recent weeks.

The index ended September down 6.1%, with liquidity dropping by approximately 30% during the same month. The energy sector fell by 1.9%, reflecting pressure on the shares of major companies tied to oil and derivative prices. The decline in liquidity means a lower volume of funds entering trading, which reduces market depth and its ability to absorb large orders.

The decline comes as investors await the trajectory of energy prices and listed companies' earnings, which are two main factors determining the direction of the Saudi market. Liquidity volume measures the market's capacity to absorb daily buying and selling, and its drop signals weakness in trading activity. Market participants are watching to see whether this weak performance will persist in upcoming sessions.

The TASI index measures the performance of the largest companies listed on the Saudi market and serves as a key benchmark for local and foreign investors in interpreting market trends. Markets are closely monitoring the continuation of this losing streak, as its extension could reflect a shift in risk appetite toward Saudi equities, while energy sector performance and major corporate earnings remain the focus in the coming period.

What do these terms mean?

TASI Index: The main index measuring the stock price performance of listed companies on the Saudi Exchange. Liquidity: The volume of funds traded in the market over a period, where higher liquidity indicates greater activity. Energy Sector: Companies operating in oil and gas production and related services. Losing Streak: A consecutive decline of the index over several weeks or sessions.