Gulf Markets' Trading Volume Rises
The Gulf financial markets experienced a surge in trading volume in 2025, reaching approximately 401.7 billion shares, an increase of 19.5% compared to 2024, with trading values amounting to around $618 billion. Meanwhile, the total market capitalization of the Gulf markets was about $3.9 trillion, representing a decrease of 6.2% compared to the previous year. The composite overall market index also declined by 3.8%, ending the year at 165.2 points. There were 779 listed companies, 97% of which are accessible to citizens within the Gulf Cooperation Council markets. The markets saw regulatory developments, including updates to listing rules, enhanced disclosure requirements, and improvements to trading platforms and artificial intelligence technologies, all aimed at supporting integration and financial regulation in the region.
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