Nasdaq Dubai has listed the Middle East's first corporate Blue Bond, valued at USD 100 million, issued by DP World. This bond is part of DP World's USD 10 billion Global Medium-Term Note Programme, with a 5.250% coupon rate maturing in 2029, and achieved a spread of 99.6 basis points above U.S. Treasuries. The proceeds will fund sustainable projects in marine transportation and port infrastructure, aligning with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals 6 and 14. This listing enhances Nasdaq Dubai's reputation as a leading platform for ESG-linked financial instruments, with its total debt market value at USD 137 billion, including USD 29 billion in ESG-linked issuances. The listing ceremony was attended by DP World and Nasdaq Dubai executives, highlighting a commitment to sustainable finance and economic growth.
The Dubai Financial Market (PJSC) Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The agenda includes discussing the company's consolidated financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2024, considering the distribution of cash dividends for the same period, reviewing the agenda and invitation for the Annual General Assembly Meeting, and addressing regular matters and any other business.
The settlement price for the Micro GME Oman Crude Oil Futures contract expiring in January 2025 is $81.76 USD. The contract series code is OMOIL H25, and the contract ID is OIL240125 001. This information, issued on January 24, 2025, is available on the Dubai Financial Market website. Note that the details may change, and the Dubai Financial Market Regulated Derivative Contract Trading Regulation takes precedence in case of discrepancies.
The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) Regulated Short Sell (RSS) weekly summary for the period from January 20, 2025, to January 24, 2025, reports that there were no RSS trades during this time. For more details on RSS, refer to the DFM Market Rules and Operational Model available on their website. The announcement can also be accessed on the DFM website. Note that the information is subject to change and is provided "as is," with no liability for any losses incurred from its use.