A specialized economic report highlighted that the performance of the Kuwait Stock Exchange (KSE) witnessed notable activity during the past week, with increases in the indices of traded stock value, traded stock volume, and the number of executed transactions, alongside a rise in the general market index (Al-Shall Index).  

The Al-Shall Consulting report, issued today, Saturday, stated that the Al-Shall Index (value index) at the close of trading last Thursday reached approximately 699.5 points, marking an increase of 13.5 points, or 2 percent, compared to the previous week's closing. It remained higher by 63.3 points, equivalent to 9.9 percent, compared to the closing at the end of 2024.  

The report noted that the number of companies whose share prices rose during the past week reached 21, compared to 16 companies in the previous week.  

It added that, in contrast, the number of companies whose share prices declined in the past week was six, compared to 12 companies in the previous week. Meanwhile, the share prices of two companies remained unchanged in the past week, compared to one company during the same comparison period.  

The Kuwait Stock Exchange Company was established in April 2014 and is responsible for managing securities market operations in Kuwait.  

Since 2016, the Kuwait Stock Exchange has contributed to advancing communication, growth, and innovation in the securities market, while providing support to the Capital Markets Authority, issuers, investors, and all other relevant stakeholders.  

The Kuwait Stock Exchange plays a pivotal role in developing the Kuwaiti capital market and diversifying the national economy in line with the objectives of the New Kuwait Vision 2035.