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As Saudi Exchange is the largest and most liquid capital market in the Middle East and North Africa, the Saudi Exchange is the gateway to the region for international investors and offers a range of investment opportunities to gain exposure to the Saudi capital market
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Saudi Exchange is the largest and most liquid equity market by capitalization in MENA, the third largest exchange among emerging market peers, and one of the top ten stock exchanges globally.
Saudi Exchange accounts for 74% of the market capitalization in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
The listing and commencement of trading of Aramco’s shares occurred within four days of the close of the subscription period – a record time to market, even amongst the most developed global stock exchanges.
Saudi Exchange, through its depository center Edaa, was able to deposit all subscribed shares in the Saudi Aramco IPO into shareholders' accounts in a record-breaking 18 hours following the allocation announcement.
As part of Vision 2030, by 2030 Saudi Arabia is targeting an increase in foreign direct investment from 3.8% to 5.7% of GDP; an increase in the private sector’s contribution from 40% to 65% of GDP and SME contribution from 20% to 35% of GDP; and an increase in the share of non-oil exports in non-oil GDP from 16% to 50%.
The Saudi Tadawul Group inclusion by MSCI marked the fastest progression from the index watch list to the Emerging Market status of any market in the history of the index.
OUR ECOSYSTEM
Saudi Tadawul Group
The Saudi Tadawul Group is the parent company of Saudi Exchange, the Securities Clearing Center Company (Muqassa), the Securities Depository Center Company (Edaa), and Wamid.
The Saudi Tadawul Group is closely aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 program, focusing on increasing the private sector’s contribution to the economy, increasing foreign investment, and growing the SME sector.
You can find more information at the Saudi Tadawul Group.
SAUDI EXCHANGE
The only entity authorized in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to act as a securities exchange. The Saudi Exchange is closely aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 program, focusing on increasing the private sector’s contribution to the economy, increasing foreign investment and growing the SME sector.
The Saudi Exchange is a member of the International Organization of Securities Commissions, the World Federation of Exchanges, the Arab Federation of Exchanges, and the Africa and Middle East Depositories Association. Saudi Exchange is also a partner exchange member of the United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges.
You can find more information at Saudi Exchange's website
MUQASSA
Muqassa is fully owned by the Saudi Tadawul Group, Muqassa functions as an intermediary between two parties to a securities trade. Muqassa is responsible for guaranteeing transaction settlements of any asset class, both traded on the exchange and over-the-counter (OTC), mitigating counterparty risk.
You can find more information at Muqassa’s website
EDAA
Edaa is fully owned by the Saudi Tadawul Group, Edaa was established in 2016 as a closed joint stock company. Edaa develops infrastructures and procedures to execute transactions in alignment with international standards. It also enhances the efficiency of securities deposit and registration services. Edaa operates and maintains the Depository and Settlement System and also offers services such as the management of issuers’ AGMs, reporting, notifications, and maintenance of critical core data.
You can find more information at Edaa’s website
WAMID
You can find more information at Wamid's website
THE CAPITAL MARKET AUTHORITY (CMA)
The CMA regulates and develops the Saudi Arabian Capital Market by issuing required rules and regulations for implementing the provisions of Capital Market Law. The CMA’s basic objectives are to create an appropriate investment environment, boost confidence, and reinforce transparency and disclosure standards in all listed companies, and protect the investors and dealers.
You can find more information at the CMA’s website
Latest News
All public announcements issued by Saudi Exchange, including market announcements and press releases.
The Development of the Saudi Capital Market
In recent years, the Saudi Exchange has implemented numerous reforms to enhance the effectiveness of the Saudi capital market, foster an attractive investment environment for local and international investors, and align its regulatory frameworks with international best practices.
These far-reaching measures have worked to improve market access and efficiency, enhance liquidity, bolster investor protection, mitigate risk, reduce price volatility, and further align market practices with other global markets.
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Market Making Activities
Market Making Activities
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Launch of Single Stock Future (SSF)
Launch of Single Stock Future (SSF)
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Published ESG Disclosure Guidelines
Published ESG Disclosure Guidelines
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Launch of the Derivatives Market
Launch of the Derivatives Market
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The Listing of Saudi Aramco
The Listing of Saudi Aramco
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Establishment of Muqassa
Establishment of Muqassa
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Operational Enhancements
Operational Enhancements
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Establishment of Edaa
Establishment of Edaa
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Introduction of the QFI Program
Introduction of the QFI Program
FOREIGN INVESTMENT GROWTH
In recent years, a range of market reforms have been implemented to increase the accessibility and visibility of the Saudi Exchange to foreign investors. These steps have included opening the Saudi IPO market to foreign investors, easing registration requirements for eligible foreign investors, and inclusion in emerging market indices.
As a result, the market has seen exponential growth in the number of Qualified Foreign Investors along with a substantial increase in the proportion of the market owned by foreign investors.
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