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ADX and Bloomberg Deepen Partnership as Abu Dhabi Expands Global Market Access
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and Bloomberg have expanded their partnership, making ADX derivatives market data available directly through Bloomberg Terminal. This integration significantly increases visibility and accessibility of Abu Dhabi's derivatives products for global institutional inve
Craze for Luxury Overruns Dubai Malls. Meet Swatch’s new ‘Royal Pop’ Watch
Swatch's highly anticipated Royal Pop watch collaboration with Audemars Piguet caused crowd surges that forced Dubai malls to cancel launches. The luxury craze highlights investment opportunities in luxury sector ETFs for GCC investors.
Abu Dhabi Takes Steps Towards a Defense Fund with an MOU with Hanwha Aerospace
The UAE is exploring creation of a dedicated defense-focused investment vehicle to centralize global defense manufacturer investments and expand domestic production capabilities, following regional conflicts since 2022.
ADX Partners with HSBC & FAB to Launch MENA's First Digital Bond
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange has launched MENA's first distributed ledger technology-based bond in partnership with HSBC and First Abu Dhabi Bank, marking a significant milestone in Gulf capital markets digitization.
Spirit Airlines: When Jet Fuel Burns Through Balance Sheets
Spirit Airlines shut down in May 2026 when jet fuel prices reached $4.51/gallon, double its restructuring assumptions. The fuel shock from Iran war disruptions threatens all airlines, especially GCC carriers caught between oil production and operational costs.
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.
From Prediction Markets to ETFs: New Ways to Invest in Luxury
Prediction markets and luxury ETFs are reshaping how investors access the luxury economy, from collectible watches to global luxury brands.
