Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) loses more than 5% in three-session week after rare halt

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange’s main index slipped 1.4% on Friday, bringing its weekly loss to over 5% after three straight days of declines that followed an unusual two-day market closure. Aldar Properties, Emirates Telecommunications Group, and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank weighed most heavily on shares during Friday’s session.

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Iran strikes hit Gulf sentiment: what to watch on Abu Dhabi’s ADX in the week ahead

Abu Dhabi shares open the week under pressure, as traders keep a close eye on the escalating Iran conflict—already rattling Gulf cities. Dubai’s airport area took damage, and smoke was seen drifting above the Jebel Ali port, according to Reuters.

1 March 2026