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ETF and capital markets coverage focused on the United Arab Emirates.
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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.
UAE Exit from OPEC+, Shift in Oil Policy
The UAE has announced its exit from OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1, 2026, signaling a strategic shift toward independent oil production management while maintaining market stability.
US-UAE Currency Swap Line: What It Is, Why It Matters, and Why Markets Care
The US and UAE are discussing a potential currency swap line to provide dollar liquidity access during regional financial stress. This crisis insurance mechanism reflects evolving trade and security dynamics rather than economic weakness.
UAE Announces Etihad Rail Passenger Stops and Dubai Gold Line: What It Means for Investors
Etihad Rail confirming the full list of stations ahead of its planned 2026 rollout.
ADX energy weathers the Iran war as volatility triples and turnover doubles
An Abu Dhabi energy basket of nine stocks remained essentially flat during the Iran-Israel conflict window despite volatility tripling to 38.9% and crude rallying 25%. Individual stocks showed wide dispersion, with Fertiglobe gaining 19.2% while TAQA fell 8.1%.
Are you ready to invest in SpaceX or Anthropic? Check out AGIX on ADX
KraneShares' AGIX ETF has been approved for cross-listing on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, giving GCC investors regulated access to SpaceX, Anthropic, and the full AI value chain through a single instrument launching April 16, 2026.
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KraneShares launches Public-Private AI ETF (AGIX) & Shariah-Compliant Income ETF (KWIN) on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX)
KraneShares has launched two new ETFs on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange: AGIX, providing exposure to public and private AI companies, and KWIN, a Shariah-compliant income strategy developed with Wahed Invest.
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Two Innovative ETFs Set to Launch on ADX: KWIN and AGIX Mark a New Phase for the UAE Market
The KraneShares Wahed Alternative Income ETF (KWIN) and the KraneShares Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF (AGIX).
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DFSA and UAE Ministry of Economy sign cooperation deal to boost financial services
The DFSA and UAE Ministry of Economy signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen financial services growth across the UAE. This regulatory alignment is expected to accelerate product approvals and benefit GCC investors through improved market access.
Two new ETFs approved for cross-listing on ADX as KWIN and AGIX prepare to launch
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange has approved KWIN and AGIX ETFs for cross-listing, allowing GCC investors direct access to these instruments on a local exchange without international brokers.
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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.
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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