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Shariah-compliant stocks turn UAE markets into year’s hottest

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The UAE’s local equity markets have delivered standout returns over the past year, cementing the
country’s position as one of the world’s best-performing investment destinations.
Dubai’s equity benchmark, the DFM General Index, surged more than 27 per cent in 2024 and is up
a further 18 per cent year-to-date in 2025. This broad-based rally spans financials, real estate, and
newly listed infrastructure companies, with Shariah-compliant stocks featuring prominently among
the top performers.

According to Josh Gilbert, market analyst at eToro, this momentum reflects growing investor
demand for high-growth opportunities in ethically screened assets. “Shariah-compliant stocks in
the UAE have become a strong draw for both regional and international investors looking to
combine financial returns with responsible investing principles,” he said.

Standout names include Salik, Dubai’s exclusive toll-gate operator, whose shares have soared
approximately 80 per cent, including dividends, over the last 12 months. Parkin, the city’s public
parking operator, has seen its stock price surge over 200 per cent including dividends since its IPO
last year, as investors respond positively to its stable, defensive revenue model.

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