The past week witnessed a positive trajectory for the UAE’s stock markets, with both Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) closing with notable gains. This performance signals growing investor confidence and a strengthening economic outlook for the region. A key driver of this upward trend was the increased activity of foreign investors in the سوق دبي المالي (Dubai Financial Market), injecting substantial liquidity and bolstering key sectors.
أداء قوي لسوق دبي المالي في نهاية الأسبوع (Strong Performance of the Dubai Financial Market at Week’s End)
The Dubai Financial Market concluded its trading sessions last week with a significant increase of 1.45%, equivalent to 90.20 points, ultimately settling at 6316.14 points. This rise was broadly supported by positive movement across various sectors, most prominently banking, industry, real estate, and telecommunications. This demonstrates a healthy diversification of growth within the market.
The market capitalization of DFM also experienced a substantial boost, reaching approximately AED 1.0421 trillion by the end of the week, compared to AED 1.0219 trillion at the close of the previous week. This represents a gain of around AED 20.2 billion, highlighting the increasing value of listed companies.
السيولة وحجم التداول (Liquidity and Trading Volume)
Trading activity remained robust, with total liquidity exceeding AED 3.65 billion. This was achieved through the trading of over 1.4 billion shares, executed across 72,964 transactions. The high volume of trades indicates strong investor participation and a dynamic market environment. The increased activity is a positive sign for the overall health of the سوق دبي المالي.
القطاعات الرائدة في النمو (Leading Sectors in Growth)
The banking sector led the gains, increasing by 1.56%. Notable performers within this sector included Al Qabdh Holding, which saw a surge of 14.55%, followed by Al Ramz Corporation with a 14.82% increase. Emirates Dubai National Bank (Emirates NBD) also contributed positively, rising by 3.92%, alongside Amanat Holding (1.58%) and Dubai Islamic Bank (0.42%).
The real estate sector also showed positive momentum, increasing by 0.2%. Key players like Mazaya Holding, Emaar Development, and Emaar Properties experienced gains of 7.23%, 0.93%, and 0.35% respectively. Furthermore, the industrial sector mirrored the banking sector’s growth, rising by 1.56%, with Dubai Taxi Company, Salik, and Parkin all registering increases of 5.47%, 4.36%, and 1.33% respectively. This broad-based growth across sectors is a particularly encouraging sign.
تدفقات الاستثمار الأجنبي (Foreign Investment Inflows)
A significant factor driving the DFM’s positive performance was the influx of investment from foreign (non-Arab) investors. These investors demonstrated a net investment of approximately AED 422.07 million during the five trading sessions, resulting from purchases exceeding AED 1.39 billion against sales of AED 977.11 million. This indicates a growing interest in the UAE market from international investors, attracted by its stability and potential for returns. This trend is expected to continue, further supporting the سوق دبي المالي.
أداء سوق أبوظبي للأوراق المالية (Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Performance)
Meanwhile, the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) also concluded the week on a positive note, rising by 1.14% to close at 10123.26 points. The ADX’s market capitalization increased to approximately AED 3.116 trillion, a gain of AED 17.62 billion compared to the previous week’s close of AED 3.0988 trillion. Liquidity on the ADX reached AED 6.41 billion, with around 1.44 billion shares traded in 109.58 thousand transactions.
نظرة مستقبلية إيجابية (Positive Future Outlook)
Joseph Daher, Head of Institutional Trading at TickMill, affirmed that the UAE stock markets concluded the past week with positive performance, maintaining their upward trajectory, supported by foreign purchasing power. He stated that the overall market outlook remains positive and constructive, underpinned by solid fundamentals and strong economic growth expectations for 2026. He anticipates that strong corporate earnings announcements in the fourth quarter will further fuel the current momentum.
Daher also noted an improvement in investor sentiment in anticipation of the early stages of the earnings season. He highlighted that oil prices provided support for the ADX during the past week’s trading. The overall economic climate and positive indicators suggest continued growth for both the سوق دبي المالي and ADX. Furthermore, the increasing participation of institutional investors and the diversification of the economy are expected to contribute to long-term stability and prosperity. The الأسهم الإماراتية (UAE stocks) are becoming increasingly attractive to both local and international investors.
In conclusion, the UAE’s stock markets demonstrated resilience and growth potential last week, driven by strong sector performance, increased foreign investment, and positive economic indicators. The outlook remains optimistic, with expectations of continued gains in the coming months. Investors are encouraged to stay informed and consider the opportunities presented by the dynamic UAE market. For further insights into تداول الأسهم (stock trading) and market analysis, consult with financial advisors and stay updated on the latest economic news.