TASI Index - Interactive Chart
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Each tile is sized by the company's market capitalization — bigger tiles mean higher market value. Stocks are grouped by sector. Color reflects the daily price change: green means the price went up, red means it went down, and gray means little or no change.
TASI Performance Across Periods
| Period | Start | End | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 10,848.58 | 10,844.12 | -0.04% |
| 1 Week | 10,887.55 | 10,844.12 | -0.40% |
| 1 Month | 10,801.71 | 10,844.12 | +0.39% |
| 3 Months | 10,949.27 | 10,844.12 | -0.96% |
| 6 Months | 11,381.83 | 10,844.12 | -4.72% |
| Year to Date | 10,502.32 | 10,844.12 | +3.25% |
| 1 Year | 10,930.30 | 10,844.12 | -0.79% |
How to Read the TASI Index Chart
The TASI index chart is a visual tool that displays the movement of the Saudi Arabian main market benchmark over time. It can be displayed in several formats, with Japanese candlesticks being the most informative, as they reveal the open, high, low, and close of each time period.
Understanding Candlestick Charts
Each candlestick represents a specific time period (day, week, hour). The body (colored rectangle) represents the difference between the opening and closing prices. The upper shadow shows the session high and the lower shadow shows the session low. Green candles indicate a bullish close and red candles indicate a bearish close.
Choosing the Right Timeframe
For long-term investors, weekly or monthly charts provide a clear view of the primary trend. For active traders on the Saudi Exchange, daily or 4-hour charts are better suited for timing entries and exits. Always review multiple timeframes to confirm that trends align across different periods.
Adding Technical Indicators
A chart alone provides limited insight. To deepen analysis, add technical indicators such as Moving Averages (50-day and 200-day SMA) for trend identification, RSI for momentum measurement, and Bollinger Bands for volatility assessment. For detailed explanations of each indicator, visit the TASI Analysis page.
Watch the volume bars at the bottom of the chart to validate price patterns. Breakouts supported by high volume are more reliable. You can also explore individual stock charts through our All Saudi Shares section.
Historical Data and Reading Long-Term Trends
Reading the chart is incomplete without its historical context. Historical data for the TASI index provides essential context for understanding the current state of the Saudi stock market, and setting the timeframe to weekly or monthly reveals long-term trends clearly. By studying yearly performance and recurring patterns, investors can develop more realistic expectations about potential returns and risk levels.
Lessons from history: TASI has gone through boom-and-bust cycles closely tied to oil prices, the global economic cycle, and domestic policy. The devastating crash of 2006 — when the index reached its all-time high of 20,966 points before collapsing — is a reminder of the dangers of excessive speculation, while the rapid recovery from the 5,965-point low after the COVID-19 crisis in 2020 demonstrates the market's resilience. For more background on the index itself, visit the What is TASI page.
Professional investors use historical data to identify seasonal patterns in the market. TASI has historically tended to perform well at the start of the year and after earnings announcements, and historical data also helps identify long-term support and resistance levels that the index tends to respect.
Comparing TASI's historical performance with the performance of its individual components reveals that certain sectors consistently outperform the index while others lag; the banking sector tends to deliver more stable returns, while petrochemicals are more volatile. You can track individual stock performance on the All Shares page. Always remember that past performance does not guarantee future results, as economic and geopolitical conditions change constantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I read the TASI index chart?
The TASI chart shows the index movement over time. The horizontal axis represents time and the vertical axis represents the index value. Green candlesticks mean the index closed higher than it opened (bullish), while red candlesticks mean it closed lower (bearish). The length of the candle body reflects the magnitude of the move.
What are the best timeframes for chart analysis?
The ideal timeframe depends on your trading style. Daily charts suit medium-term traders, weekly charts are best for long-term investors, and hourly charts work for day traders. Reviewing multiple timeframes provides a more complete picture of the overall trend direction.
What technical indicators should I add to the chart?
The most important indicators include: Moving Averages (SMA/EMA) for trend direction, RSI for measuring momentum and overbought/oversold conditions, Bollinger Bands for volatility measurement, and MACD for identifying momentum shifts. All of these can be layered on the chart.
Can I view charts for individual stocks, not just the index?
Yes, every individual stock page on our site includes an interactive chart with technical indicators. Visit any stock page (such as Aramco or Al Rajhi) to access its detailed chart with support and resistance levels.
What is the difference between long-body and short-body candlesticks?
A long-body candlestick means a large gap between open and close prices, indicating strong control by buyers (green) or sellers (red). A short-body candlestick means open and close are close together, indicating indecision. A Doji candle (virtually no body) is the strongest sign of hesitation and may precede a trend reversal.
What is the all-time high for the TASI index?
TASI reached its all-time high on February 25, 2006 at 20,966 points, just before the Saudi stock market crash. The index has not returned to that level since. The highest post-crash level was approximately 13,950 points in October 2022. Switching the chart to the monthly timeframe makes this historic level clearly visible.
Is there a correlation between oil prices and TASI performance?
Yes, there is a historical correlation between oil prices and TASI because the Saudi economy relies heavily on oil revenues. Higher oil prices support government spending and corporate earnings. However, this relationship has become less pronounced as the economy diversifies under Vision 2030.