The Tunisian stock market concluded the week of October 5-9, 2026, on a negative note, with the benchmark index, Tunindex, declining by 0.5% to settle at 18,604.24 points. This decrease is according to the weekly analysis by Tunisie Valeurs, a stock market intermediary. Despite this weekly drop, the index has shown a significant increase of 38.3% since the beginning of the year.
Trading activity was relatively modest during the week, with a total exchange volume of 36.6 million dinars, as there were no block transactions. Among the stocks, ASSAD, a battery accumulator, recorded the best performance of the week. Its shares rose by 23.3% to reach 2.700 dinars, with a trading volume of 159 thousand dinars.
Another notable performer was SMART TUNISIE, a distributor of IT products, which continued its upward trend. The stock increased by 14.8% to 32.200 dinars, with a trading volume of 94 thousand dinars. On the other hand, ASTREE, an insurance company, experienced the largest decline, with its shares falling by 12.9% to 80.120 dinars in a relatively small volume of 19 thousand dinars.
TPR was also among the significant losers, with its shares dropping by 5.3% to 12.450 dinars, and a trading volume of 428 thousand dinars. In contrast, the Banque Internationale Arabe de Tunisie (BIAT) was the most sought-after stock by investors during the week, attracting 15.8 million dinars, which accounted for 43.2% of the total market exchange volume.
Despite the significant trading volume, BIAT's stock price remained almost stable at 161.600 dinars. The concentration of trading on this single stock indicates the particular attention investors have been paying to it during this period. This trend highlights the investor focus on specific, potentially high-performing stocks within the Tunisian market.
The performance of individual stocks and the overall market index reflect the ongoing dynamics within Tunisia's economic landscape. While some stocks experienced declines, others showed resilience and growth, indicating varied investor sentiments and sectoral performances. The weekly analysis by Tunisie Valeurs provides valuable insights into these trends and investor behaviors.
Looking ahead, the Tunisian stock market is likely to continue reflecting both local and international economic conditions, as well as sector-specific developments. Investors will be monitoring these trends closely, adjusting their strategies in response to market performances and potential economic shifts. The ability of certain stocks to attract significant investment underscores their importance within the market.
Key points
- Tunindex declined by 0.5% to 18,604.24 points during the week of October 5-9, 2026.
- ASSAD and SMART TUNISIE were among the top performers, with increases of 23.3% and 14.8%, respectively.
- BIAT was the most traded stock, accounting for 43.2% of the total market exchange volume.
