Abu Dhabi Markets to Resume Trading Tomorrow with Temporary 5% Daily Price Fluctuation Limit

Abu Dhabi | EcoPulse24

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced the resumption of trading and all market activities starting Wednesday, March 4, 2026, following an official directive from the Securities and Commodities Authority to restart financial markets in the UAE.

ADX confirmed its full operational readiness for reopening, stating that its trading, clearing, and settlement systems are prepared to support an organized and efficient market during the restart phase. As part of measures to manage expected volatility, the daily price movement limit for securities will be temporarily reduced to -5%.

This decision is part of a broader set of measures aimed at enhancing market stability in the initial phase of trading resumption, with close monitoring to ensure the ongoing safety and operational efficiency of the market. ADX reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the integrity and resilience of Abu Dhabi’s financial market amid changing conditions.

Investors are urged to rely on official disclosures and information issued by listed companies for their investment decisions, ensuring transparency and reinforcing confidence in the market environment.

Founded in 2000, the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange became a public joint stock company in 2020. The ADX Group provides an integrated system covering trading and post-trading activities through its subsidiaries, including depository and clearing services. This supports a regulated, flexible financial environment for trading stocks, bonds, ETFs, and other approved financial instruments.

EcoPulse24 Analysis:
Resuming trading with adjusted fluctuation limits reflects a balanced regulatory approach between restoring normal market activity and containing potential sharp price movements. The temporary reduction in limits provides a mechanism for gradual absorption of volatility, while operational readiness signals regulator confidence in the financial infrastructure’s ability to manage the transition. Continued close monitoring during the first sessions will be crucial to consolidating stability and restoring investment momentum.