Dubai – The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) recorded a “rocket-like” start in the first quarter of 2026, with financial results revealing consolidated revenues of 253.1 million AED, a jump from 186.5 million AED last year. Obviously, the exchange is experiencing its golden era, supported by an influx of local and international liquidity, as net profit before tax soared to 193.3 million AED. This robust performance reflects the success of Dubai’s strategy in transforming its financial market into a global “magnet” for investment capital and major institutions.
“One Billion AED a Day”: Massive Liquidity and Unprecedented Investment Momentum
The market witnessed a historic leap in trading levels, with the average daily value crossing the 1 billion AED mark (1.03 billion), a 56% increase over the previous year. Accordingly, the total value of trades in just three months reached 61 billion AED. Clearly, this expansion in market depth is a result of advanced financial infrastructure and increasing investor confidence in Dubai’s sustained economic growth, pushing the total market capitalization to 897 billion AED by the end of March.
“Dubai, the World’s Destination”: 79% of New Investors are from Outside the UAE
The figures prove that DFM has become a truly “global destination,” attracting 20,702 new investors in Q1—the positive shock being that 79% of them are from outside the country. As a result, foreign investors accounted for 54% of total trades, while institutional investors comprised 70% of the activity volume. In light of this “international appeal” in May 2026, the market management confirms that Dubai continues to strengthen its position as a global financial hub connecting East and West, thanks to the transparency and institutional strength of the market.
