The Saudi Exchange Top 5 Gainers highlight the resilience of select companies even as the broader market struggled in 2025. The Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) dropped 11.1% in the first eight months, closing at 10,696.9 points. Despite global pressures and local economic challenges, several firms showed strong momentum, boosting investor confidence.
Saudi Arabia’s main market capitalization reached $2.36 trillion (SAR 8.9 trillion), reflecting its scale and resilience. Between December 31, 2024, and August 31, 2025, these five stocks led the way.
1. Cenomi Retail – 80.2% ↑
- Share Price: $6.4
- Market Cap: $729 million
Founded in 1990 by Fawaz Bin Abdulaziz Alhokair and his brothers, Cenomi Retail was the top performer in 2025. Shares rose 80.2% to $6.3 (SAR 23.8) by August 31. The company operates 808 stores across eight countries, managing 28 brands.
In July, major shareholders agreed to sell up to 49.95% to Al Futtaim Retail for $672.6 million. Despite a Q2 net loss of $22.7 million, Cenomi’s strong retail presence fueled investor optimism.
2. Saudi Cable – 49.5% ↑
- Share Price: $40.3
- Market Cap: $268.7 million
Saudi Cable’s stock surged 49.5% to $40.3 (SAR 151). The firm plans a massive rights issue of $106.6 million to raise capital from $17.8 million to $124.5 million.
For H1 2025, net profit hit $17.3 million, up from $1.9 million a year earlier. However, with accumulated losses of $110 million and liabilities exceeding assets, the company still faces financial challenges.
3. Al-Babtain Power & Telecommunication – 44% ↑
- Share Price: $15
- Market Cap: $957.5 million
Al-Babtain’s stock climbed 44% to $15 (SAR 56.1). In February 2025, the company secured contracts worth $269.9 million for steel transmission towers.
H1 2025 net profit rose to $50.8 million, reflecting cost control and improved productivity. In August, Al-Babtain approved cash dividends of $17.1 million for shareholders, reinforcing its growth momentum.
4. Seera Group Holding – 26.7% ↑
- Share Price: $7.6
- Market Cap: $2.3 billion
Seera’s stock gained 26.7%, reaching $7.6 (SAR 28.5). The company announced plans to reduce capital by 8.65% and buy back up to 10% of its shares.
H1 2025 revenues increased 9.8% year-on-year to $616.6 million, driven by its travel services and Lumi’s expansion. Founded in 1979 and listed since 2012, Seera aligns its growth strategy with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
5. Abdullah Saad Abo Moati Company – 24.5% ↑
- Share Price: $10.3
- Market Cap: $205.9 million
This bookstore and stationery chain gained 24.5%, closing at $10.3 (SAR 38.6). Revenues rose 17.7% in Q2 2025 to $15.6 million, supported by wholesale sales and rental income.
Founded in 1994 and listed in 2017, the company also operates through subsidiary Al Maujah Trading Co., which sells printers and inks in Riyadh.
Conclusion
The Saudi Exchange Top 5 Gainers demonstrate how select companies can thrive even in volatile markets. While TASI declined, Cenomi Retail, Saudi Cable, Al-Babtain, Seera, and Abo Moati proved that strong fundamentals and strategic moves can attract investor confidence and deliver solid returns.
