As of March 1, 2026, the situation in the Middle East has escalated significantly, with the UAE announcing a two-day closure of its stock markets in response to Iranian missile and drone strikes. The UAE Capital Markets Authority stated that the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and Dubai Financial Market would remain shut on March 2 and March 3, as investors await clarity on the damage from the attacks that targeted airports, ports, and residential areas across the Gulf. This closure comes amid sharp declines in Gulf markets, with Saudi Arabia's benchmark index dropping over 4% at the open and Egypt's main index shedding 5.44%. Kuwait has also suspended trading entirely due to security concerns. The Authority will continue to monitor developments in the region and assess the situation on an ongoing basis, taking any further measures as necessary (The Hindu).
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Uae Stock Market Closure Following Iranian Attacks On Gulf
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As of March 1, 2026, UAE stock markets close amid escalating Middle East tensions from Iranian strikes, causing oil prices to surge and raising concerns over geopolitical stability and rising petro...
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