Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Explained

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX)
Nativename:Arabic: سوق أبوظبي للأوراق المالية
Type:Stock Exchange
City:Abu Dhabi
Country:United Arab Emirates
Coor:24.485°N 54.3508°W
Founded:November 15, 2000
Owner:Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company
Key People:Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi (CEO)
Currency:AED
Listings:148 (Nov. 21, 2024)
Mcap:2.97 trillion AED (Nov. 21, 2024) ($808 billion USD)
Volume:116 billion shares (During 2023)
Indexes:15 FTSE ADX Indices

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) (ar|سوق أبو ظبي للأوراق المالية) is a stock exchange in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Established in November 2000, ADX has grown significantly over the years, evolving into a dynamic platform for trading and investment, with a reputation for stability, transparency, and innovation.

About ADX

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) stands as one of the leading financial markets in the Middle East, driving economic growth and serving as a hub for investment opportunities in the region. ADX operates as a platform for trading securities, including shares of public joint-stock companies, debt instruments, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and derivatives. The exchange’s mission is to support the economic development of the UAE by fostering investment activity, enhancing market liquidity, and attracting both local and international investors.

The exchange has implemented rigorous standards for transparency and corporate governance, ensuring investor confidence. Its state-of-the-art trading systems and adherence to international best practices have made ADX a preferred destination for regional and global investors.

ADX Growth

As of October 2024, ADX achieved a significant milestone with its market capitalization reaching AED 2.9 trillion (approximately USD 790 billion). This impressive figure highlights the exchange’s rapid growth, bolstered by strong listings, increased foreign investment, and a robust economic climate in the UAE.

Several factors contribute to ADX’s growth:

Foreign Investment: ADX has actively courted international investors through initiatives like raising foreign ownership limits for listed companies.

Key Initiatives and Innovations

ADX has undertaken numerous initiatives to stay competitive on the global stage:

A market for trading securities; including shares issued by public and private companies, debt instruments, exchange traded funds, derivatives, and any other financial instruments approved by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA).

Type of Security Breakdown

Type of SecurityNumber of Securities Listed
Main Market - Listed Companies87
Growth Market - Listed Companies14
ETFs15
Derivatives32
Total148 Securities

Public Listed companies by sector

101 Public Listed Companies (as of 22nd Nov 2024) in 12 sectors as detailed below.

Financial Sector

Energy Sector

Insurance Sector

Services Sector

Industry & Hotels Sector

Private Listed companies by sector

14 Private Listed Companies as of 26 January 2024

Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs)

11 ETFs as of

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