ADX Reports 99% Disclosure Compliance for Listed Companies in H1 2026

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced a strong compliance rate of 99% for the submission of audited financial statements for the first half of 2026 among its listed companies. This achievement reflects the exchange's commitment to transparency and timely financial reporting.

Out of the 101 publicly traded companies listed on the ADX, an impressive 100 companies met the regulatory deadline for submitting their second-quarter financial results. This timeframe is set at 45 days following the end of the relevant financial period, ensuring that market participants have access to up-to-date financial information.

The financial performance data for the first half of 2026 also shows significant growth. Aggregate profits for the listed companies saw a substantial increase of 38% when compared to the same period in 2025. This growth is mirrored in trading activity, with the total traded volume rising by 3.7% to reach 50.3 billion in the first half of the year. The trading value during this period amounted to Dh171 billion.

Institutional investors played a dominant role in the market, accounting for 78% of the total trading value. Net positive inflows reached Dh1.4 billion, marking a 13.7% increase year-on-year. International investors represented 48% of the total trading value, while UAE nationals' contribution rose to 52%. The exchange also saw a surge in new investors, onboarding over 30,000 in the first half of 2026, with foreign investors making up over 77% of these new registrations.