Riyadh: The Saudi Stock Exchange's main index closed down on Tuesday by 150.78 points, finishing at 10,925.18 points, with trading volume valued at SR 5.1 billion. The day saw significant activity with 209 million shares being traded. Despite the overall downturn, shares of 21 companies recorded gains, while a larger number of 227 companies saw their shares close lower.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Parallel Market Index (Nomu) also experienced a decline, closing down by 188.50 points and settling at 26,592.04 points. The trading value for Nomu stood at SR 28 million, with a volume of over two million shares changing hands. This downturn reflects broader market trends affecting various sectors within the Saudi economy.