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The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) announced an adjustment to its Equity Futures Contracts for EMPOWER due to a cash dividend payment of AED 0.0425 per share, effective March 28, 2025. This adjustment affects futures contracts for April, May, and June 2025, with each contract having a price adjustment ratio of 0.974398. The adjusted prices will serve as reference prices for trading on March 28, 2025. The announcement is available on the DFM website, and the information provided is subject to change, with the DFM Regulated Derivative Contract Trading Regulation taking precedence in case of inconsistencies.

The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) announced an adjustment to its Equity Futures Contracts for DEWA due to a cash dividend payment of AED 0.062 per share approved by DEWA shareholders. Effective March 28, 2025, the adjustments apply to three contract series: DEWA J25, DEWA K25, and DEWA M25, with an adjustment ratio of 0.975299. This ratio is used to adjust the previous settlement prices to calculate variation margins on March 27, 2025, and will serve as the reference price for trading on March 28, 2025. The announcement is available on the DFM website, and the document notes that the information is subject to change, with the DFM Regulated Derivative Contract Trading Regulation taking precedence in case of inconsistencies.

The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) announced an adjustment to its Equity Futures Contracts for ALANSARI due to a cash dividend payment of AED 0.042 per share approved by ALANSARI shareholders. The adjustment will be effective on March 28, 2025, which is the ex-dividend date. The contracts affected include ANSRI futures with series codes for April, May, and June 2025. The price adjustment involves an adjustment ratio of 0.957533, affecting the settlement prices for these contracts. The adjusted prices will serve as the reference price for trading on March 28, 2025. This announcement is available on the DFM website, and the document notes that the information is subject to change and defers to the Dubai Financial Market Regulated Derivative Contract Trading Regulation in case of inconsistencies.

GFH Financial Group announced that it has purchased 1,681,403 treasury shares, increasing its total treasury shares from 166,093,547 (4.33% of total issued shares) to 167,774,950 (4.38% of total issued shares) as of March 27, 2025. The decision to purchase was made during a board meeting on March 24, 2025, and was approved by the relevant authority on February 16, 2025. The average purchase price was 0.3022 USD per share. There are 215,484,433 shares remaining for purchase. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.

Sean Magee, Board Secretary, addressed a letter dated March 27, 2025, to H.E. Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi, CEO of the Securities & Commodities Authority in Abu Dhabi, and H.E. Hamed Ahmad Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. The letter clarifies news reported by Reuters about Tabreed's potential acquisition consideration. Magee emphasized Tabreed's commitment to disclosure and transparency rules, assuring that any transactions will be officially announced as per regulations. Until then, Tabreed will not comment on media speculation. For further information, recipients are encouraged to contact the company.

Moody's has upgraded Dubai Insurance Company's Insurance Financial Strength Rating from A3 to A2, maintaining a stable outlook. This upgrade is attributed to the company's enhanced market position and business diversification, particularly in personal and commercial insurance. Dubai Insurance plays a key role in government insurance programs and mandatory employment-based schemes in the UAE. The company's growth in medical and motor insurance, alongside its management of government programs, has led to stable underwriting profits, positioning it well for future growth in the UAE's evolving economy. Moody's anticipates that the company's expansion in commercial lines and premiums will boost profitability and client concentration, relying on government policies and actions. Dubai Insurance is recognized as one of the top five insurers in the UAE, with significant investments in administrative capabilities and technology.