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Tadawul Q1 Rebalance Adds New Names as Passive Flows Set to Follow
Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) has announced its Q1 2026 index maintenance, adding four companies across its main and parallel market indices effective April 5, 2026. The rebalancing is expected to trigger significant passive capital flows into newly added stocks.
ESG ETFs Are Letting Defence Back In: What GCC Investors Must Know
European asset managers including DWS are relaxing weapons screening in ESG ETFs despite claiming ethical standards. GCC investors face a credibility gap as defence exposure grows.
Kuwait Market Shows Relative Resilience During March Sell-Off, Markaz Says
Kuwait equities declined just 1.8% in March, outperforming global and GCC peers during a broad sell-off, highlighting the market’s defensive characteristics.
EMEA investors turn more defensive. With the ceasefire, could it be the time to buy?
EMEA investor sentiment collapsed 51 points amid Iran conflict, wiping $120B from Gulf markets. As ceasefire holds and risk sentiment recovers, institutional investors see buying opportunity.
KWIN and AGIX ETFs Receive CMA Approval
Explore the new KWIN AGIX ETF approved by the Capital Market Authority, offering innovative investments in AI and technology.
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.
GCC ETF Market Monitor: Q1 2026 Review
The GCC ETF market entered Q1 2026 in a consolidation phase, with activity remaining elevated but growth slowing. Total assets held broadly steady over the quarter, while trading levels pointed to continued repositioning and as a reaction to geopolitical news rather than a meaningful new capital deployment. Global macro conditions set a challenging backdrop.
Why the Magnificent 7 Are Dragging Down Tech ETFs
Magnificent 7 losses in 2026 are dragging tech ETFs lower—here’s what’s driving the selloff and its impact on investors.
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.
UAE ETF Rebalancing: What Changed and What It Means for Investors
UAE ETF rebalancing is reshaping markets, with liquidity, index rules, and institutional flows driving activity beyond fundamentals. Understand how quarterly rebalancing events and index eligibility criteria impact your portfolio.
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