Dubai Financial Market Sees Record Q1 Growth

Dubai Financial Market (DFM) PJSC has announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, revealing a period of remarkable growth and investor engagement. The company reported a net profit before tax of AED 134.9 million, a notable increase from AED 95.6 million in Q1 2024. This growth is underpinned by the highest Average Daily Trading Value (ADTV) in more than a decade, reaching AED 663 million, a 67% increase year-on-year.

The total traded value surged by 61% year-on-year to AED 41 billion, indicating strong capital inflows and robust trading volumes despite global market uncertainties. DFM's consolidated revenue reached AED 186.5 million, a 26% increase from the previous year, comprising AED 86 million in operating income and AED 100.5 million in investment returns and other income.

Investor confidence remains high, with DFM attracting 19,366 new investors, 86% of whom are foreign nationals. Institutional investors accounted for 72% of the total trading value, with foreign investors contributing 53%. These figures underscore Dubai's growing appeal as a global financial hub.

Despite a slight 1% decline in total market capitalization of DFM-listed companies to AED 897 billion by the end of March 2025, the overall market performance remains strong. H.E. Helal Saeed Al Marri, Chairman of DFM, emphasized the market's resilience and commitment to transparency and innovation.

Given the current performance and market conditions, investors might consider holding their positions in DFM. The company's strong growth trajectory and strategic focus on sustainability and innovation suggest potential for continued positive performance.