Saudi Banking Sector Experiences Significant Shift in Financial Indicators

Strategic Insights -

The Saudi Exchange's Main Market released its financial indicators for July 28, 2025, revealing a notable change in the banking sector's financial metrics. This significant shift highlights the sector's robust market presence and strong financial footing, with substantial equity and net income figures. The banking sector's market capitalization stands at SAR 1.50 trillion, representing a substantial 10.73% of the market.

Key Takeaways:

  • The banking sector's close price per share stands at SAR 26,086.04 as of July 28, 2025.
  • The issued shares for the banking sector amount to 83,260.98 million, reflecting a substantial equity base.
  • The net income for the sector reached SAR 562.48 billion, with shareholders' equity reported at SAR 966.09 billion.
  • The market capitalization is noted at SAR 1.50 trillion, indicating the sector's significant share in the market at a rate of 10.73%.
  • The earnings per share (EPS) is calculated at SAR 3.19, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 11.60.
  • The book value per share stands at 21.56, and the price-to-book (P/B) value ratio is reported at 1.72, further reflecting the sector's solid asset base.
  • The financial indicators from the Saudi Exchange's Main Market underscore the banking sector's pivotal role and its significant contribution to the market dynamics as of July 28, 2025.
  • The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 11.60 indicates a relatively stable market, while the price-to-book (P/B) value ratio of 1.72 suggests a solid asset base.

Statistics:

  • Close price per share: SAR 26,086.04 (as of July 28, 2025)
  • Issued shares: 83,260.98 million
  • Net income: SAR 562.48 billion
  • Shareholders' equity: SAR 966.09 billion
  • Market capitalization: SAR 1.50 trillion
  • Earnings per share (EPS): SAR 3.19
  • Price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio: 11.60
  • Book value per share: 21.56
  • Price-to-book (P/B) value ratio: 1.72

Sources:

  • "Saudi Exchange's Main Market." Saudi Exchange, July 28, 2025.