Dubai Financial Market Hits New Milestones with Strong 9M 2025 Results
Dubai Financial Market (DFM) has posted impressive results for the first nine months of 2025, with net profit reaching AED 930.8 million, a 212% increase from the same period last year. This growth is largely driven by a 138% rise in total revenue, which hit AED 1.1 billion, bolstered by a one-off gain of AED 467.2 million from the sale of an investment property.
While the one-off gain contributed significantly, DFM’s core operations also saw robust growth. The total trading value surged to AED 133 billion, an 82% increase year-on-year, reflecting rising investor confidence and increased market participation. Daily trading volumes grew by 83%, with an average daily traded value of AED 709 million, indicating a deeper, more liquid market.
The investor base continues to expand, with 82,742 new investors joining DFM in 2025, 84% of them foreign. This brings the total investor base to over 1.2 million, highlighting DFM’s growing international appeal. Foreign investors now account for 51% of the total trading value, while institutional investors make up 70% of trading volumes, underscoring the market’s robust institutional participation.
The market capitalization of listed companies rose by 9.7%, reaching AED 995 billion. The financial sector remains the largest contributor, accounting for 42% of the total market cap, followed by real estate at 19%. This diversification in sectors supports the market’s resilience and future growth potential.
In summary, DFM’s performance signals strong market momentum, driven by increased trading activity, growing foreign participation, and a diversified investor base. The results underscore Dubai’s continued growth as a regional financial hub, attracting both international and institutional investors.