Gulf stock markets slide on softer oil prices

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 11:10 UTC+01:00 (+0100), Saudi Arabia / UAE / Qatar, Riyadh / Abu Dhabi / Doha

News category : Commodity and Currency Events

On December 14, 2025, most Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) stock markets ended lower as oil prices eased, countering previous strength and prompting profit-taking among energy-linked equities. Reports from financial news outlets highlighted how Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul Index, Abu Dhabi’s ADI General, and the Qatar Exchange each gave back ground after a period of gains tied to energy sector optimism. The move reflects how energy-price dynamics remain a root driver for Gulf markets’ valuations, given their heavy weighting toward hydrocarbon producers and related financial institutions. Traders also cited caution heading into the year-end period with thin liquidity.

Overall market impact

Light bearish market impact - strength score : 60/100

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Impacted instruments :

Tadawul Index

ADI General Index

Qatar Exchange Index

Brent

Energy sector ETFs

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