According to Hamed Ali, CEO of Dubai Financial Market and Nasdaq Dubai, the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) began 2026 with an average daily trading value above Dh1 billion. This Investor Day reinforces the resilience of Dubai’s capital markets and the continued confidence of institutional investors in our market,” he stated while speaking at a DFM Investor Day hosted by EFG Hermes.
He continued by saying that the market’s strength was demonstrated by DFM’s strong start to 2026, with an average daily trading value of Dh1.03 billion, up 56% from Dh663 million during the same period the previous year.
Seventy percent of the overall trading value during that time was held by institutional investors.
Reaffirming investor confidence and showcasing the durability of Dubai’s capital markets, the event brought together senior executives from top DFM-listed firms and renowned institutional investors with a total market capitalization over Dh120 billion. The long-term investment appeal of Dubai’s financial markets was highlighted via discussions centered on business performance, market access, and strategic priorities.
The DFM Investor Day demonstrated the ongoing stability, openness, and structural strength of Dubai’s financial markets and DFM-listed businesses, providing a significant platform for the international investment community.
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