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10/30/23, 5:17 PM Why And How Can You Invest In The UAE Stock Markets | MENAFN.COM
One of the most straightforward ways to invest in the UAE stock market is by

purchasing shares of publicly-listed companies on various UAE stock

exchanges. The three predominant bourses in the UAE include the Dubai
Financial Market (DFM), the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), and

Nasdaq Dubai. Investors can buy shares of companies listed on these

exchanges through brokerage firms or trading platforms. Retail investors can

also directly apply for initial public offerings of companies through the DFM and

ADX.

A slew of listings in the last year has added depth to the local markets and also

provided good returns to investors. As of October 16, Salik, for instance, is

trading at more than 56 per cent from its IPO price of Dh2. The share price of

Adnoc Logistics is up 72 per cent from its listing price. Adnoc Gas' shares are

trading at more than 35 per cent from its initial public offering price of Dh2.37.
These are just a handful of examples of the companies that have listed on the

local bourses in the last year.

What's interesting is, investors do not need a trading platform or a brokerage

firm to apply for IPOs. Retail investors can register directly with DFM and ADX
and generate respective investor numbers (NIN) to apply for stocks.

However, before investing directly in stocks, it's essential to conduct thorough

research on the companies you're interested in. Analyse their financials, market

trends, growth prospects, and overall industry performance. Understanding the
economic landscape and regulatory environment of the UAE is vital to making

informed investment decisions.

2. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) are investment funds that hold a diversified

portfolio of assets, such as stocks, bonds, or commodities. ETFs are traded on
stock exchanges, providing investors with exposure to a specific market or

sector without having to purchase individual stocks.

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