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UAE stock markets to resume trading from Wednesday after 2-day halt
The pause in trading followed Iran’s missile and drone strikes targeting Gulf countries, including the UAE, in retaliation for military actions
- PUBLISHED: Tue 3 Mar 2026, 7:24 PM UPDATED: Tue 3 Mar 2026, 11:26 PM
[Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid Israeli, US strikes on Iran for the latest regional developments.]
The UAE Capital Market Authority on Tuesday announced the resumption of trading activities on the UAE’s capital markets, the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
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The resumption follows a two-day suspension of markets when the exchanges were closed on March 2 and 3 as a precaution amid rising regional tensions and security concerns.
The temporary halt followed Iran’s missile and drone strikes targeting Gulf countries, including the UAE, in retaliation for military actions by the US and Israel. This escalation disrupted key sectors, prompting regulators to pause trading to assess risks and safeguard market stability.
In a statement, the Capital Market Authority said the decision to resume operations was taken after continuous coordination with ADX and DFM in line with previously communicated timelines. The authority added that it would continue to monitor developments closely and take all necessary regulatory measures to protect investors and maintain orderly market conditions.
Investors and market participants are urged to follow official announcements from the Securities and Commodities Authority, ADX and DFM for any further updates.
Ajanta Paul is a Senior Editor on the Digital team. A natural leader and newshound, she thrives in breaking news and high-pressure situations — and enjoys reporting on community issues that matter to UAE residents.
