DFM H1 2026 Results
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The strong trading volumes and investor growth signal robust liquidity and confidence in Dubai's capital markets, which could attract further investment and support DFM's revenue growth. However, the decline in market capitalization and lower net profit due to one-off items may temper overall market sentiment.
Dubai Financial Market (DFM) announced its consolidated financial results for the first half of 2026, reporting a net profit before tax of AED443.2 million. Trading activity surged, with average daily traded value rising 45.1% to AED1.004 billion and total traded value up 40.4% to AED119.5 billion. Despite this, market capitalization declined 1.4% year-on-year to AED981.6 billion. DFM attracted 42,864 new investors, with international investors representing 71.4% of new registrations. Institutional investors accounted for 71.2% of total traded value, and foreign investors contributed 51% of trading activity. Total consolidated revenue reached AED557 million, down from AED888.9 million in H1 2025 due to a one-off income from the sale of an investment property in the prior year. Operating income rose 44.4% year-on-year, reflecting strong operational momentum. The DFM General Index closed the first half at 5,955.58 points. Management highlighted sustained investor engagement and the growing depth of Dubai's capital markets, supported by Dubai's economic fundamentals and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
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