Saudi Exchange Launches ‘’200 Listed Securities Book’’

The Saudi Exchange today announces the publication of ‘200 Listed Securities’. The book showcases the diverse and innovative securities listed on the exchange, and how their individual achievements are contributing to the success of the wider Saudi Arabian capital market. Together, Saudi Exchange listed securities illustrate a rapidly changing Kingdom that is the 20th largest economy in the world, the largest economy in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in 2020 and is emerging as a global economic and investment hub providing opportunities for investors.

Mr. Mohammed Al Rumaih, CEO, Saudi Exchange, said: “Exceeding 200 listed securities is a major milestone in the development of the Saudi capital market. It is the ‘200 Listed Securities’, alongside other reforms and initiatives, that increased visibility of securities listed on the Saudi Exchange and further broadens the base of active investors in the Saudi capital market. We would like to thank all the companies featured in 200 Listed Securities whose successes have been the foundations of the Saudi capital market's growth. We are grateful for the range of unique and truly insightful perspectives they have provided in the book on their businesses, which shows why they have each earned the success they have, and for their contribution to the transformation of the Saudi Arabian economy through the delivery of Vision 2030 objectives.”

200 Listed Securities in numbers:

The largest sector on Saudi Exchange by number of securities is Financials, with 47 companies, followed by Materials (43) and Real Estate (29).
126 Saudi Exchange listed companies have HQs in the region of Al-Riyadh, home to Saudi Arabia’s capital which is the largest city on the Gulf area.
The next biggest concentration of company HQs can be found in Makkah region where 36 companies are based, followed by Eastern Province, where 30 companies are located.
Over SAR 5.4 billion, or $1.44 billion was raised by securities undertaking IPOs on Saudi Exchange in 2020.

Facts and insights on some of the securities featured in the book:

The ‘200 Listed Securities’ book has highlighted that:

Sustainable energy is at the heart of Aramco's mission of long-term growth and that it is pioneering a range of low-carbon technologies.
Aldrees Petroleum Services has the biggest network of petroleum service stations in Saudi Arabia
Al Kathiri Holding Company has a key focus on sustainable development.
More than 50% of the raw materials used by Nama Chemicals in its plants are made by local producers in Saudi Arabia.
National Industrialization Company (TASNEE) is one of the largest investors in titanium dioxide in the world, and that it has created more than 3,000 direct jobs at its titanium metal and master batch plants.
Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden) is ranked among the top 10 global mining companies based on market capitalization and that it owns the world's third largest phosphate business.
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) is the 3rd largest diversified petrochemical company in the world and aspires towards being the preferred world leader in chemicals by 2025.
Southern Province Cement Company produces more than 30,000 tons of clinker and cement each day.
Yanbu Cement Company is one of the leading companies in its sector in the Middle East for the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology.
Dur Hospitality attributes its success to its ability to anticipate future trends and speed in adapting to these changes whilst maintaining a culture deeply rooted in the heart of Saudi hospitality.
Seera Group aims to be the leading travel and tourism company in the region and is already actively supporting the tourism development sector as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Almarai Company has in just 40 years grown to become the largest vertically integrated dairy company in the world and the largest producer and distributor of food and beverages in the Middle East.
Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), one of Saudi Arabia’s leading food manufacturers and distributors, has installed solar panels to lower its energy consumption.
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group (HMG) develops and provides state-of-the-art medical facilities and innovative healthcare services, as it strives to become the most trusted healthcare provider globally.
Saudi National Bank is the Kingdom's largest financial institution and one of the largest banks in the Pan-Arab region.
Bank Albilad aims to be the preferred choice of innovative Islamic banking solutions while leveraging digital transformation and human capital to deliver the highest levels of customer experience.
Banque Saudi Fransi is investing heavily in technology to enhance its products and services with the vision of becoming the Saudi "Bank of the Future".
Bupa Arabia, the most trusted healthcare provider in the Arab world, has already seen two million of its customers use its wellness services Rahatkom and Tebtom.
SABB envisions being a leader in key segments of the financial sector by combining local and international best practices to provide an unmatchable experience for customers.
One of Kingdom Holdings’ key objectives is to empower women in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - 53% of the company’s workforce are female.
Saudi Telecom Company STC considers itself the backbone of Vision 2030's digital transformation program, as it continues to be at the forefront of the industry and adapts to the rapid evolution in the ICT sector.
Alandalus Property Company’s key aim is to be the top of mind destination by understanding and adapting to the new trends and shifts in consumer behavior.
Arabian Centres plans to become Saudi Arabia’s leading developer-owner of shopping centers and how it is helping achieve the Kingdom’s national objective of developing the leisure and entertainment sector.
Dar Al Arkan has grown into one of the leading real estate businesses in the Middle East through its collaborations with international experts.
Musharaka REIT is considered as one of investment services offered by Musharaka capital to support both individuals and corporations pursuing their financial goals.

‘200 Listed Securities’ has been published in print, online here , and mobile-optimized versions and is available in both Arabic and English. The book is part of a wider range of initiatives the Saudi Exchange is undertaking to help increase the profile of listed securities and broaden the range of investors active in the market. The book also highlights the steps taken by the Saudi Exchange and the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) to develop an advanced, technologically enabled capital market through a series of reforms and enhancements.