The Bahrain All Share Index ended lower on March 24, 2025, closing at 1,951.62 points. This marked a decrease of 13.97 points compared to the previous close. The decline was primarily driven by the financial and material sectors, which experienced losses throughout the day.
The Bahrain Islamic Index also saw a drop, closing at 808.49 points, a decrease of 3.13 points from its previous value. Investors were particularly active in the financial sector, which represented nearly 98% of the total value of securities traded.
During the trading session, there were 55 equity transactions, with a total trading volume of 96,372,257 shares. The value of the trades reached BD 10,557,848, reflecting a mix of activity across different sectors. However, despite the heavy activity, the downturn in the financial and material sectors kept the overall market from gaining.
The financial sector led the trading, accounting for the largest portion of the total value of transactions. Investors were mostly focused on securities within this sector, which made up 97.96% of all trades. Despite the heavy trading, the market ended on a lower note due to the sectoral declines.
The decrease in both the Bahrain All Share Index and Bahrain Islamic Index highlights the current market challenges, particularly in the financial and material sectors. This trend is something investors will likely keep a close eye on in the coming days
