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you are currently viewing::ADX welcomes pioneering GCC Shariah Dividend ETFJuly 23, 2026--The fund tracks high-performing, income-generating, Shariah-compliant equities across the Gulf Cooperation Council
Developed by Abu Dhabi-based global investment manager Lunate, this first-of-its-kind exchange-traded fund tracks high-performing, income-generating, Shariah-compliant equities across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The listing marks the 24th ETF on the ADX, further cementing the exchange's position as the most active and liquid ETF hub in the Middle East. This launch is the latest milestone in opening access to the GCC's rapid economic expansion. Source: zawya.com |
STARTRADER expands AI offering with 31 New US Share & ETF CFDs in Semiconductors, Optical Networking & Nuclear
July 31, 2026-STARTRADER today announced the launch of 31 new US Share CFDs and ETF CFDs, available on the trading platform from August 3 and on the STARTRADER app from August 5, spanning semiconductors, AI infrastructure, optical networking, and nuclear.
Saudi economy shrinks for first time in three years
July 30, 2026--GDP down 4.8% in second quarter
Aramco output cuts dent oil activity
IMF praises Saudi economic 'agility'
Mideast Stocks: Gulf stocks gain as Iran war de-escalation hopes outweigh attacks on Saudi oil sites
July 27, 2026--Saudi Arabia's benchmark index rises to a two-week high
Gulf equities advanced in early trade on Monday as hopes of a diplomatic off-ramp in the U.S.-Iran war boosted risk appetite across the region, with investors largely looking past fresh Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities.
GCC corporates forecast to post lower 2026 profits amid logistics cost rise
July 23, 2026--Capital market debt issuance and capital expenditure are set to decline, according to S&P
Profits of most of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) corporates are forecast to decline by 2026-end due to higher logistics costs arising from the Middle East conflict, according to S&P Global Ratings.
Mideast Stocks: Most Gulf markets slip amid escalating US-Iran hostilities
July 22, 2026--Most Gulf stock markets dipped in early Wednesday trading as investors weighed the escalating Middle East conflict after U.S. forces struck Iranian military targets for an 11th consecutive night. The U.S. military said its latest strikes started late Tuesday U.S. time, or early Wednesday in Iran, and lasted about 75 minutes.
