The general index of the Qatar Stock Exchange ended trading higher today, gaining 183.48 points, or 1.37%, to reach 13,563.20 points. During today's session, 253,251,555 shares were traded, with a value of QAR 746,161,193.862, through 18,887 deals in all sectors. The shares of 30 companies rose, while the prices of 13 other companies declined, while one company maintained their previous closing price.