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On March 3, 2026, the United Arab Emirates Financial Markets Authority announced the resumption of trading and clearing and settlement activities across the country's capital markets, effective Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The resumption applies to both the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market. The authority stated that the resumption follows continued coordination between the Financial Markets Authority and both exchanges, in accordance with a previously announced timeline. The authority emphasised its commitment to monitoring regional developments closely and taking any measures it deems appropriate within its legal and regulatory authority to protect investors. The Financial Markets Authority indicated that the markets had been closed on Monday, March 2, 2026, and Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The Financial Markets Authority urged all relevant parties to monitor official channels of the Financial Markets Authority, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, and Dubai Financial Market for any further updates or developments. The authority will continue to exercise its supervisory and regulatory responsibilities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. REFERENCES: United Arab Emirates Financial Markets Authority official announcement