Dubai Financial Market
Coverage of Dubai Financial Market in the Nexus archive.
- Why Dubai has become a city of retail traders
Retail trading activity in Dubai has seen significant growth, driven by market fluctuations related to gold and oil prices and pronouncements from Donald Trump. In the first half of 2026, the Dubai Financial Market’s trading value soared 40% year-on-year to $32.5 billion, while Abu Dhabi's exchange recorded $46.6 billion in trades.
- Dubai Stocks Set for Best Quarter in a Year as War Premium Ebbs
Dubai stocks are expected to record their best quarter in a year as the war premium declines. The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) is highlighted in the context of this potential market performance.
- Mideast Markets Diverge as Investors Place Premium on Resilience
Middle East markets are diverging as investors place a premium on resilience, indicating varying levels of confidence in regional economies. This divergence reflects different market performances and investor attitudes towards economic stability. The trend suggests that some Middle East markets are perceived as more resilient than others.