Tadawul
Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) portal — market data and indices
What is the Saudi Stock Exchange?
Tadawul (Saudi Exchange) is the official stock exchange of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and one of the largest financial markets in the Middle East and North Africa region by total market capitalization. Established in 2007 as a joint-stock company wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), Tadawul was self-listed on its own exchange in December 2021.
Tadawul operates two primary markets: the Main Market (TASI), which hosts large and mid-cap companies such as Aramco, Al Rajhi Bank, and SABIC, and the Parallel Market (Nomu), designed for smaller and emerging companies. Additionally, Tadawul manages the sukuk and bonds market and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
266+
Listed Companies
21
Market Sectors
2
Markets (Main + Nomu)
5
Trading Days/Week
The exchange operates from Sunday to Thursday, with the continuous trading session running from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Riyadh time. Tadawul is regulated by the Capital Market Authority (CMA), which ensures transparency, fair trading, and investor protection in accordance with the highest international standards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 What is the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul)?
Tadawul is the official stock exchange of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, officially known as the Saudi Exchange. Founded in 2007, it is one of the largest exchanges in the Middle East by market capitalization. Tadawul operates the main market (TASI) and the parallel market (Nomu), along with the sukuk and bonds market.
2 What are the trading hours on Tadawul?
Tadawul operates from Sunday to Thursday. The pre-opening session begins at 9:30 AM, and the continuous trading session runs from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Riyadh time (AST). The post-closing session ends at 3:10 PM. Friday and Saturday are official market holidays.
3 What is the difference between TASI and Nomu?
TASI (Tadawul All Share Index) is the main market for large and mid-cap companies with strict listing requirements. Nomu is the parallel market designed for smaller and medium-sized companies with lighter listing requirements and higher investment risk. Trading on Nomu is restricted to qualified investors only.
4 How can I open a trading account on Tadawul?
To open a trading account on the Saudi Exchange, you need to open an investment account with a CMA-licensed broker. This requires obtaining an investor number from the Securities Depository Center (Edaa). Saudi citizens, residents, and qualified foreign investors can all open trading accounts.