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Anthony Sassine
Anthony Sassine is a Nukoud co-founder and CEO. Anthony runs the Editorial process at Nukoud working closely with writers and contributors. He is a financial markets expert and contributor specializing in ETFs and asset management for more than 25 years at leading investment institutions in the US and the GCC.
Articles by Anthony Sassine
How ADX Cross-Listed ETFs Compare with Their NYSE Listings?
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange launched cross-listed ETFs in December 2025, allowing GCC investors to trade globally recognized funds like KWEB and KRBN in local currency during market hours.
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A Guide to ADX Cross-Listed ETFs from the US versus Locally Listed ETFs
Cross-listing is about access rather than compromise.
Lunate Rebrands Entire ETF Platform, Marking the End of the Chimera ETF Brand
All Chimera ETFs to Become Lunate ETFs Effective July 1, 2026
The Great China Divide: Why China's Onshore and Offshore Stock Markets Are Telling Two Very Different Stories
China is often viewed as a single investment destination.
Egyptian Pound Rallies as Oil Shock Fears Fade
The Egyptian pound has strengthened 4% since Friday following the U.S.-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with lower oil prices improving Egypt's external position. The EGX 30 Index ETF offers investors a way to track Egypt's improving equities market amid currency stabilization.
Central Banks’ Gold Survey Reveals Why Gold Demand Could Stay Strong
The World Gold Council's 2026 Central Bank Gold Survey reveals that central banks remain strongly committed to gold buying, with record participation highlighting gold's role as a reserve asset amid geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns.
Quantum Computing Moves From Science Fiction to Market Reality and GCC Investors Now Have Local Access
Quantum computing is transitioning from science fiction to investable reality, with GCC investors now able to access the Lunate Boreas Solactive Quantum Computing UCITS ETF (QUANTM) on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. The ETF rose 4% as global interest in quantum technology accelerates.
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How to Buy ETFs in the UAE
A step-by-step guide to buying ETFs in the UAE, covering investor registration, brokerage account setup, and accessing diversified investments through the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.
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China Internet Stocks Back to Pre-DeepSeek Levels: Opportunity or Warning Sign?
China's technology sector appeared to be staging a comeback.
How ETFs Turn Correlation into a Diversification Engine
Effective diversification depends on how investments move relative to one another, not just the number of holdings. ETFs enable double diversification by combining multiple securities and asset classes to build resilient portfolios.
Building your Nest Egg using GCC ETFs
Exchange-traded funds have become essential tools for building long-term wealth in the GCC region. Discover key strategies like dollar-cost averaging and core-satellite investing to construct disciplined, diversified portfolios for retirement security.
SpaceX Accelerates IPO to June 12th. Investors Can Participate through AGIX ETF on ADX
SpaceX is accelerating its Nasdaq IPO to June 12, targeting a $1.75 trillion valuation and raising up to $75 billion. Middle East retail investors can access SpaceX exposure through the AGIX ETF listed on Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.
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