The Capital Market Authority has announced the expansion of access to Nomu – the Parallel Market, allowing new categories of investors to participate as part of a major regulatory step aimed at strengthening market diversity and deepening investment participation across Saudi Arabia’s financial sector.
Under the updated framework, additional groups of investors will now be able to engage in trading on the Parallel Market, providing broader opportunities for portfolio diversification and long-term capital growth. This move is expected to enhance liquidity, support listed small and medium-sized enterprises, and increase the overall attractiveness of Nomu for emerging businesses seeking flexible funding options.
The initiative aligns with the authority’s ongoing efforts to enhance transparency, improve governance standards, and foster a more competitive investment environment consistent with global best practices. By opening the market to a wider range of participants, the CMA aims to accelerate economic development and empower promising companies with greater access to capital.
This strategic expansion is anticipated to drive stronger trading activity, enrich the investor base, and create a more inclusive financial ecosystem that supports growth, innovation, and sustainable development within the Kingdom.
