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ADX 2025: Record Trading, Foreign Inflows, and a Quantum Leap in ETFs
In 2025, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) achieved robust growth with rising trading volumes, record foreign investment, market cap gains, and the launch of new ETFs, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a MENA financial hub.

United in Portfolios India and Pakistan on ADX
Explore Pakistan and India on ADX: Discover market dynamics, growth, and unique investment vehicles for GCC investors.

Israeli Strike on Qatar Targets Hamas, GCC ETFs Show Resilience
GCC bond ETFs held firm while Saudi Aramco’s $3B sukuk drew $20B in orders, underscoring investor confidence despite geopolitical shocks.

Gold’s Ascent to Record Highs Tests ETF Investors Worldwide
Driven by Fed rate cut expectations, inflation, and safe-haven demand, gold ETFs are attracting strong global inflows in 2025.

Saudi Exchange Powers ETF Growth with Fresh Liquidity Rules
The Saudi Exchange unveils a Market Making Framework for ETFs, effective December 2025, boosting liquidity and reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy for financial market transformation.

How GCC Investors Can Capture the AI Megatrend with ETFs
Imagine This…It’s the mid-1990s. The Internet is still a buzzword whispered by a few tech enthusiasts, and most people are busy faxing. Now picture yourself holding AED 40,000 (a bit more than $10k) to invest. Where do you put it? Back then, picking one hot Internet startup felt like throwing darts blindfolded — risky, exciting, […]

The Dragon Roars Back: Chinese ETFs Surge, Yuan Hits Multi-Year High, and Investors Flock Back
The Chinese markets have faced an extended period of uneven performance in recent years, largely due to a combination of internal and external risks. However, there are growing signs that this may be a turning point.Recent policy shifts and a renewed focus on stabilizing key risks are providing a more favorable environment for a potential […]

Fed Rate Cuts and ETFs: What GCC Investors Need to Watch Out For
Fed rate cuts could reshape ETF performance across bonds and equities. Discover how easing impacts growth vs. value stocks, fixed income ETFs, and what it means for GCC investors—from UCITS tax advantages and Sharia compliance to portfolio construction and cross-listing choices.

China ETFs Climb as Politburo Promises Economic Support
Chinese Stocks ETFs surge as the Politburo announces economic support measures, sparking renewed investor confidence and market optimism.

What’s the Buzz Behind this South Korea ETF (EWY)?
South Korea’s crisis sparks market volatility and ETF buzz. Explore the impact on the economy and potential ETF investment opportunities.

Trump’s Effect on China: A Rocky Start with Long-Term Deal Potential
Trump’s re-election reshapes U.S.-China ties, sparking trade tensions and tech disputes, with a long-term deal still possible.

