Benghazi, January 20, 2026 – The Libyan stock market index recorded a slight decline at the close of trading on Monday, closing at 1,082.97 points, down by 0.69 points, or 0.06%, compared to the opening level. The session was characterized by weak liquidity and a continued state of anticipation among investors.
The session saw the trading of 6,762 shares through only 14 transactions, with a total value of 58,640.640 Libyan dinars. Activity was primarily concentrated in the banking sector, which captured the largest share of daily trading, amid a lack of momentum in other sectors.
In this context, Al Jumhouria Bank led the scene in terms of trading volume. However, it was the only losing company during the session, after its share price declined by 1.39% to close at 7.10 dinars, following the execution of eight transactions.
In contrast, the share prices of Al Wahda Bank, the National Commercial Bank, and the Libyan Islamic Bank remained unchanged, despite recording limited trading activity.
As for the insurance sector, complete calm prevailed. Shares of Al Mutahida, Libya, and Al Sahari Insurance companies saw no trading operations throughout the session. Meanwhile, the investment sector recorded very limited activity, represented by the execution of only one transaction on the Libyan Stock Market Company’s share, involving six shares with a value of 153 Libyan dinars, with no significant impact on the share price.
The market movement reflected the continued stagnation across a wide segment of listed stocks. The prices of four companies stabilized, compared to a decline in one company, while gains were entirely absent from the trading screen. This reflects the weak risk appetite among investors at the present time.
With this closing, the total market value of the Libyan stock market stabilized at 10.95 billion Libyan dinars, as traders await the emergence of new catalysts that could activate liquidity and raise trading rates in the upcoming sessions.
Benghazi
Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a key trade hub and cultural center since its founding as the Greek colony of Eutropia. It later served as the capital of the Kingdom of Libya and was a focal point during the 2011 revolution.
Libyan stock market
The Libyan Stock Market, established in 2006 in Tripoli, was created to help privatize state-owned enterprises and attract investment following the lifting of international sanctions. Its operations have been frequently disrupted by the political instability and conflict that have affected Libya since the 2011 revolution.
Al Jumhouria Bank
Al Jumhouria Bank is a major commercial bank in Libya, originally established in 1969 as the National Commercial Bank. It was later renamed to reflect its public ownership and has played a central role in the country’s financial and economic development.
Al Wahda Bank
Al Wahda Bank is a major commercial bank in Libya, founded in 1970 with its headquarters in Tripoli. It was established to support national economic development and has grown to become one of the country’s leading financial institutions.
National Commercial Bank
The National Commercial Bank (NCB) is a major financial institution in Saudi Arabia, founded in 1953. It was the first bank established in the Kingdom and played a pivotal role in the country’s economic development and modernization.
Libyan Islamic Bank
The Libyan Islamic Bank is a financial institution established in the late 20th century, operating under Sharia (Islamic law) principles which prohibit interest. It was founded as part of a broader movement to create an Islamic banking sector within Libya’s economy following the rise of Islamic finance globally.
Al Mutahida Insurance
Al Mutahida Insurance is a prominent insurance company based in the United Arab Emirates, primarily serving the local and regional market. While specific founding details are not widely publicized in historical contexts, it operates as part of the UAE’s growing financial and business services sector, which expanded significantly following the country’s formation in 1971.
Libya Insurance
Libya Insurance is a state-owned insurance company in Libya, established in 1964 following the nationalization of the insurance sector. It has historically held a monopoly over the domestic insurance market, providing various coverage types as a key institution within the country’s financial system.
Al Sahari Insurance
Al Sahari Insurance is a Saudi Arabian insurance company founded in 2015, making it a relatively new entrant in the region’s financial services sector. It operates under the regulatory framework of the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and offers a range of insurance products, including health, motor, and property coverage, to both individuals and corporate clients.
Libyan Stock Market Company
The Libyan Stock Market Company, established in 2006 in Tripoli, was created to develop a regulated capital market in Libya as part of broader economic reforms. It aimed to facilitate investment and support the privatization of state-owned companies, though its operations have been significantly disrupted by the political instability and conflict following the 2011 revolution.
