Analysis
In-depth ETF analysis, fund comparisons, and market insights.
The UAE Has Left OPEC. Now Murban Becomes the Trade.
The UAE's departure from OPEC and OPEC+ on May 1, 2026 liberates the world's second-largest spare oil capacity from quota constraints, positioning Murban as an independent crude benchmark for the first time.
What GCC Scenario could play out if US-Iran talks fail by Trump’s new deadline?
GCC markets fell amid rising US-Iran tensions and Hormuz disruption risks. Here’s what happens if talks fail. Read More.
DFM Lowers Tick Size on ETFs. Here’s Why This Is Positive for Investors
Explore DFm fees and how the new tick size regime can lower trading costs for ETF investors in Dubai's financial market.
Gold Reprices on Inflation and Rates as March Volatility Resets Market Positioning
Explore the recent trends in gold prices and how geopolitical fears are shaping market responses and inflation expectations.
GCC Sukuk Markets Show Mixed Liquidity Trends Amid Iran Conflict
GCC sukuk liquidity mixed amid Iran conflict, resilient at top tiers, pressure on lower-rated instruments.
Korean defense is in demand; here’s how to invest
Explore the rise of Korean defense in the GCC as it addresses regional security and missile interception needs.
What is going on with private credit?
Private credit faces its first major stress test in 2026 with blocked redemptions, falling stocks, and rising risks. Read More.
GCC Markets Rebound: Dubai Leads Rally While Saudi Gains Remain Measured
Explore the latest trends in the UAE Saudi market as equities stabilize after recent volatility and sector performances shift.
US-Iran negotiations reignite the markets, oil drops
Trump's remarks on Iran lead to a brief market surge, but Tehran's rejection highlights ongoing geopolitical tension.
GCC markets, three weeks into war: oil leads, UAE feels the shock, ETFs map the shift
Markets are being pulled in opposite directions and the GCC is no exception. After three weeks of conflict, regional performance has diverged: UAE equities, including ADX and DFM, have declined, while Saudi Arabia has remained relatively resilient.Oil has been the dominant driver, swinging sharply day to day as markets react to shifting supply and demand.
Muscat Stock Exchange Extends Trading Hours in Push for Regional Alignment
Discover how Muscat Stock Exchange's new trading hours aim to modernize Oman's capital markets for better accessibility.
Trump Hints at an Endgame in Iran. Markets Start Pricing One In
Explore how markets in Iran and the US reacted to President Trump's contradictory messages about the ongoing conflict.
