SABIC shares return to losses as the company’s profits decline in the third quarter of 2025

by Priya Shah – Business Editor

SABIC shares experienced losses Sunday morning, November ‌2, ⁢2025, following the release of the company’s third-quarter financial results, which ‌revealed a significant decline in net profits. Trading closed at 577.4 points.

The downturn⁣ impacts investors and signals ⁤potential shifts within the petrochemical industry.⁢ SABIC reported a 56% decrease in net profits for the July-September 2025 period, plummeting to‌ 440 million riyals ​from one⁣ billion riyals during the same quarter⁣ in 2024. This substantial reduction raises concerns⁤ about the company’s performance and future outlook,possibly influencing regional market ⁢stability and investment strategies.

According to an official announcement,the profit decline stems from multiple ‍factors,including⁣ reduced revenues attributed to lower average selling ⁣prices and decreased sales volumes.Additionally, the company cited diminished profit⁤ margins and increased expenses related to zakat and⁢ taxes⁢ as contributing elements.

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), a global⁤ leader in diversified chemicals, has faced evolving market conditions throughout 2025. The company’s⁣ performance is closely watched as⁤ a bellwether ‌for the broader Saudi Arabian economy and the petrochemical sector’s health. ⁤Further analysis of ‍these⁣ results⁤ will be crucial for‍ stakeholders to assess ​the long-term implications and potential recovery strategies.

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