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In 2025, the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) achieved a net profit before tax of AED 1.06 billion, marking a 158% increase from the previous year. Total consolidated revenue rose by 102% to AED 1.28 billion, driven by increased trading activity, investment income, and a one-time gain from selling an investment property. The total traded value reached AED 174 billion, a 63% increase compared to 2024. Market capitalization at year-end was AED 992 billion, with the DFM General Index rising by 17.2% throughout the year. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, DFM has evolved into a globally connected capital markets platform, contributing to Dubai's economic growth. The year saw strong trading activity, international participation, and confidence in Dubai's markets, underscoring DFM's role in supporting transparency, liquidity, and market development.

The Board of Directors of Sukoon Insurance PJSC held a meeting on January 28, 2026, at their head office in Dubai and via video conferencing. During the meeting, the Board reviewed and approved the financial statement for the fiscal year 2025, pending approval from the Central Bank of the UAE. They also approved the Board's report on the company's activities and financial position for the same year. The Annual General Meeting was scheduled for March 2, 2026, subject to approval from the Central Bank and the Securities and Commodities Authority. Additionally, the Board approved an increase in the paid-up share capital of Sukoon Workplace Savings Solutions Limited by USD 1,000,000, amending the Articles of Association accordingly. The budget for 2026 was approved, and the Board recommended distributing cash dividends of 25% of the share capital for the financial year 2025, following approval from the Central Bank.

In 2025, the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) achieved a net profit before tax of AED 1.06 billion, marking a 158% increase from 2024. The total consolidated revenue rose by 102% to AED 1.28 billion, driven by increased trading activity, investment income, and a one-off gain from selling an investment property. The total traded value was AED 174 billion, a 63% rise from the previous year, and market capitalization reached AED 992 billion by the end of 2025. The DFM General Index grew by 17.2%. The year marked the 25th anniversary of DFM, highlighting its growth into a globally connected capital markets platform. The strong performance was supported by consistent trading activity and international participation, reinforcing Dubai's position as a dynamic and resilient market. H.E. Helal Saeed Al Marri, Chairman of DFM, and Hamed Ali, CEO of DFM and Nasdaq Dubai, emphasized the exchange's role in supporting Dubai's economic vision and market development.

SHUAA Capital p.s.c. is a financial investment company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, licensed and regulated by the U.A.E. Securities and Commodities Authority. The company's head office is located at The H Hotel Dubai, Office Tower, Level 15. The Board of Directors of SHUAA Capital recently approved resolutions concerning business-related matters through circulation. The communication was addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, and was signed by Islam Mahrous, the Chief Compliance Officer.

On January 28, 2026, the Board of Directors of Dubai Financial Market PJSC held a meeting where they approved the consolidated financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2025. They also recommended distributing a cash dividend of AED 520 million, which is 6.5% of the capital and 59% of the total retained earnings available for distribution, pending approval from the Company’s Annual General Assembly. Additionally, they discussed the agenda and invitation for the Annual General Assembly Meeting for the year 2025, subject to approval from the Capital Market Authority, and addressed regular matters and other business.

Ajman Bank reported a record financial performance in 2025, achieving a net profit before tax of AED 548 million, a 25% increase from the previous year. The bank's net profit after tax also rose by 25% to AED 500 million. Total revenue grew by 10% to AED 1.7 billion, and net revenue increased by 22% to AED 899 million. Non-funded income saw a significant rise of 37% to AED 262 million. The bank's total assets increased by 44% to AED 32.9 billion, with customer financing up 39% and customer deposits growing by 40%. Ajman Bank proposes a 50% cash dividend to shareholders, equivalent to 9.18% of the net profit after tax. The bank's asset quality improved, with the non-performing financing ratio dropping to 7%. The performance reflects strong execution of strategy and a commitment to sustainable growth and long-term value creation.

Ajman Bank PJSC has released its audited consolidated financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2025. These statements are pending approval from the Central Bank of UAE and adoption by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting.

The document is a communication addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, the CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. It summarizes the outcomes of a Board of Directors meeting held on January 28, 2026. The key points include: approval of the previous meeting's minutes, discussion and approval of the bank's financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2025, setting the date for the Annual General Assembly Meeting on March 3, 2026, and proposing a cash dividend distribution of 9.18 fils per share pending General Assembly approval. Additionally, it mentions two special resolutions for the Annual General Meeting, subject to regulatory approval: updating the bank’s USD 1.5 billion Sukuk Issuance Programme and approving the issuance of additional tier 1 Sukuk for regulatory capital purposes, not exceeding USD 300 million. The document concludes with a note on following up on the bank's routine activities and issuing relevant resolutions.