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DUBAI SHARES JUMP 1.96% AS REGIONAL MARKETS RALLY ON BUYING SPREE
Emirates 24/7 — Dubai’s main stock index surged 1.96% on Tuesday, its sharpest daily gain in five weeks, as heavyweights in the financial and industrial sectors powered a broader regional rally. The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) added over 20.8 billion dirhams ($5.66 billion) to its market capitaliz
GLOBAL STOCKS CRASH AS OIL NEARS $120 AMID MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT
Emirates 24/7 — Global stock indices and U.S. equity futures plummeted on Monday as oil prices surged toward $120 per barrel, driven by the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The sharp rise in energy costs has cast a long shadow over global economies, particularly those heavily reliant on cru
Dollar Set for Biggest Weekly Gain in Over a Year
Emirates 24/7 — The U.S. dollar held steady in early Asian trading on Friday, heading for its largest weekly gain in more than a year as the escalating conflict in the Middle East boosted demand for safe-haven assets. The euro and yen remained under pressure following a surge in oil prices triggere
US, European Equities Retreat Amid Middle East Tensions
Emirates 24/7 — U.S. stocks closed lower on Thursday as investors weighed hawkish signals from Federal Reserve officials against escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East. The Dow Jones Industrial Average shed 336 points, or 0.7%, to end at 48,403. The S&P 500 edged down 0.2% to 6,856,
Stock Market Outlook 2025: Sectors to Watch for Growth
The stock market is a dynamic landscape constantly shaped by economic trends, technological advancements, and shifting investor sentiment. As we enter 2025, understanding which sectors are poised for growth is essential for traders and investors seeking to make informed decisions. Sector-based inve
China cuts key lending rates to support growth
China cut benchmark lending rates as anticipated at the monthly fixing on Monday, following reductions to other policy rates last month as part of a package of stimulus measures to revive the economy. The one-year loan prime rate (LPR) was lowered by 25 basis points to 3.10% from 3.35%, while the f
Borse Dubai to sell $1.6 bln stake in Nasdaq, losing its spot as top shareholder
Borse Dubai Ltd., the largest single shareholder in Nasdaq Inc., plans to sell a part of its stake in a secondary share offering, raising close to $1.6 billion. Borse Dubai is selling 26.96 million shares of the US exchange operator's common stock at $59 per share, reducing its stake to around 10.8
Dubai Taxi Company PJSC begins trading on the Dubai Financial Market
Dubai Financial Market (“DFM”) today welcomed the successful listing of Dubai Taxi Company PJSC (“DTC” or the “Company”), a leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions in Dubai. The Offering saw significant demand from international and regional institutional investors and retail investor
DFM Launches Pilot for Carbon Credits Trading at COP28
Dubai Financial Market (DFM) today announced the introduction of a pilot program for trading carbon credits, scheduled to debut at COP28. This move positions the financial market at the forefront of climate action as a regulated platform where project capital raising, carbon credit trading and safe
Dubai Taxi Initiates IPO, Unveiling Promising Investment Opportunity in the Market
Dubai Taxi has announced the launch of its Initial Public Offering (IPO) today, initiating a significant opportunity for investors. The subscription window for individual investors spans from today until the 28th of this month, while professional investors have until the 29th of November to partici
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Welcomes the Secondary Green Bond Listing by Masdar
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Welcomes the Secondary Green Bond Listing by Masdar Abu Dhabi, 10 October 2023: Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) welcomed the secondary listing of a USD 750 million Green Bond by Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), the global clean energy powerhouse base
Nasdaq Dubai Welcomes Debut Green Bond Listing by FIVE Holdings
Nasdaq Dubai welcomed the debut listing of USD 350 million Green Bond by FIVE Holdings, a prominent luxury hospitality and development company based in Dubai. This listing marks a significant moment for FIVE, making it their first appearance on the region's esteemed international financial exchange