GCC Stock Markets Gain as DFM Rises 1.13% on Emaar Rally and ADX Advances on ADNOC Gas Surge

Stock markets across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) ended Monday’s trading session mostly in positive territory as improving geopolitical sentiment and optimism over a possible U.S.-Iran peace agreement boosted investor confidence across regional markets.

Investor appetite strengthened after comments from U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that Washington and Tehran had “largely negotiated” a framework agreement aimed at ending the three-month conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy shipping routes.

The easing of regional tensions helped support equities across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, and Oman, while oil prices recorded sharp declines amid expectations of normalized energy flows.

Dubai Financial Market Climbs 1.13%

Dubai’s benchmark index posted strong gains during Monday’s session, with the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) rising 1.136 percent.

The rally was largely supported by heavyweight real estate developer Emaar Properties, whose shares advanced 2.6 percent. Parking operator Parkin Company also contributed to gains, climbing 3.6 percent.

Investor sentiment remained broadly positive across several sectors including technology, logistics, finance, and real estate.

Food delivery platform Talabat emerged as one of the strongest performers on the DFM, surging 12.7 percent to close at AED1.10. Construction company ALEC gained 8.9 percent, while insurer Salama advanced 7.1 percent.

Other notable gainers included:

  • Amlak Finance, up 6.3 percent
  • Dubai Residential REIT, rising 6 percent
  • Tabreed, gaining 5.5 percent

The broad-based rally reflected renewed confidence among investors as geopolitical concerns eased and risk appetite improved across Gulf markets.

Abu Dhabi’s ADX Advances on ADNOC Gas Gains

In Abu Dhabi, the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) recorded a 0.453 percent increase during the session, supported primarily by strong gains in ADNOC Gas shares, which climbed 2.4 percent.

The broader market also witnessed significant gains across multiple sectors, reflecting positive momentum and investor optimism.

The top performers on ADX included:

  • Chimera S&P Pakistan UCITS ETF, up 7.547 percent to AED11.400
  • Americana Restaurants International PLC, rising 6.486 percent to AED1.970
  • United Arab Bank (UAB), gaining 6.061 percent to AED1.400
  • Gulf Medical Projects Company, advancing 5.652 percent to AED2.430
  • KICO, rising 5.566 percent to AED5.500

The strong performance across financial, healthcare, and consumer sectors highlighted improving investor sentiment within Abu Dhabi’s equity market.

Bahrain and Oman Extend Gains

Stock markets in Bahrain and Oman also closed higher on Monday, continuing positive momentum from previous trading sessions.

The Bahrain All Share Index rose 0.9 percent, while Oman’s Muscat Stock Exchange Index also gained 0.9 percent.

The gains reflected broader regional optimism following indications of diplomatic progress between the United States and Iran.

Qatar Declines After Previous Rally

In contrast, Qatar’s benchmark stock index closed 1.1 percent lower after recording gains of more than 3 percent during the previous session.

The decline was primarily driven by weakness in petrochemical giant Industries Qatar, whose shares dropped 2.7 percent.

Despite the pullback, Qatar’s market continues to benefit from resilient economic fundamentals and strong energy sector performance.

Oil Prices Drop Sharply on Peace Optimism

Global oil prices declined significantly as investors anticipated reduced supply disruptions following progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations.

Brent crude futures dropped $6.01, or 5.8 percent, to settle at $97.53 per barrel.

Lower oil prices helped improve inflation expectations and boosted broader market sentiment, particularly for non-energy sectors sensitive to high energy costs.

Egypt Slips While Saudi Market Remains Closed

Outside the Gulf region, Egypt’s blue-chip EGX30 index declined 0.4 percent during Monday’s trading session.

Meanwhile, the Saudi stock market remained closed ahead of the Eid holiday.

Investor Sentiment Improves Across GCC Markets

The positive momentum across GCC equity markets highlights improving investor confidence amid hopes for reduced geopolitical tensions and stabilized energy markets.

Analysts believe that any progress toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz and reducing regional conflict risks could continue supporting investor appetite across Gulf exchanges in the coming weeks.

Strong performances in sectors such as real estate, banking, logistics, healthcare, and technology also indicate growing market resilience despite ongoing global economic uncertainties.

Conclusion

GCC stock markets closed mostly higher as easing geopolitical concerns and optimism surrounding a potential U.S.-Iran agreement improved investor sentiment across the region.

Dubai’s DFM rose 1.13 percent led by gains in Emaar Properties and Talabat, while Abu Dhabi’s ADX advanced 0.45 percent supported by ADNOC Gas and strong performances across several sectors.

As regional tensions show signs of easing and oil prices stabilize, GCC equity markets may continue benefiting from renewed investor confidence and stronger risk appetite.