Major shareholders in the stock market increased their positions in several companies during the most recent reporting period. This shows that investors still have confidence. Buying activity was much higher than selling, according to data from the Saudi Exchange, also known as Tadawul.
The recent reports show that ownership went up in nine companies. One company saw a drop in a major shareholder’s stake. This pattern suggests that big investors are choosing to add shares. They are doing this even though the market is still changing. It looks like these investors are focusing on long-term plans of taking profits quickly.
Among the notable changes, major shareholders raised their ownership in Leejam Sports, Al Jouf Cement, Saudi Exports Co., Etihad Gulf Cooperative Insurance, Balsam Medical, DRC, Future Vision, Hamad bin Saidan Real Estate, and Al-Madawa Medical Services. In contrast, Tehama Advertising, Public Relations, and Marketing was the only company to register a reduction in a major shareholder’s stake during the reporting period.
One of the most significant increases was recorded in Saudi Exports Co., where a major investor lifted ownership by 0.26 percentage points. Hamad bin Saidan Real Estate also posted a notable rise, with a shareholder increasing the stake by 0.14 percentage points, while Leejam Sports registered a gain of 0.11 percentage points. Meanwhile, the largest reduction was seen in Tehama, where ownership declined by 0.36 percentage points.
Ownership disclosures involving investors holding at least 5% of a listed company’s shares are closely monitored by market participants because they often provide insight into institutional sentiment and long-term investment trends. While such changes do not necessarily indicate future stock performance, they are widely viewed as an important gauge of confidence among strategic investors.
Saudi Arabia’s equity market has continued to attract both domestic and foreign capital as economic reforms under Vision 2030 broaden investment opportunities and deepen market participation. Analysts say regular monitoring of major shareholder movements can help investors identify shifts in ownership patterns, although investment decisions should also consider company fundamentals, financial performance, and broader market conditions.
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