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Gulf equity markets ended Tuesday's session on a broadly positive note, led by strong gains in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, as investors continued to respond positively to improving global risk sentiment following easing geopolitical tensions and expectations of lower energy-driven inflation.

The rally came as financial markets increasingly priced the economic implications of the preliminary US-Iran agreement and the anticipated reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, developments that have helped improve investor confidence and reduce uncertainty surrounding global energy supplies.

Across the region, three of the five major GCC markets closed higher, while Qatar and Kuwait posted marginal declines.

Saudi Arabia: Tadawul Extends Gains as Investors Return to Equities

Saudi Arabia's benchmark Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) rose 0.45% to close at 11,145.55 points, extending its recent recovery as investors continued to selectively accumulate positions despite softer oil prices.

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Although declining stocks outnumbered gainers, the index advanced as buying interest remained concentrated in larger, index-heavy companies.

The performance suggests institutional investors are increasingly focusing on long-term fundamentals and improved financial conditions rather than short-term fluctuations in oil prices.

Abu Dhabi: ADX Leads GCC Markets with Strongest Gain

The ADX General Index climbed 1.61% to 9,963.26 points, marking the strongest performance among Gulf markets.

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The sharp advance and elevated turnover indicate a broad improvement in investor risk appetite.

Abu Dhabi continues to benefit from its deep institutional investor base and significant representation of banking, energy, and utility companies that have become increasingly attractive in periods of declining macro uncertainty.

Dubai: DFM Extends Rally Above 6,000 Points

Dubai's benchmark DFM General Index advanced 1.70% to 6,054.98 points, maintaining its position above the psychologically important 6,000-point level.

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Dubai remains one of the region's strongest momentum markets.

The combination of robust liquidity, active retail participation, and improving global sentiment continues to support demand for Dubai-listed equities.

Maintaining levels above 6,000 points reinforces confidence that investors remain constructive on the emirate's economic and corporate outlook.

Qatar: Market Consolidates After Recent Gains

The Qatar Exchange Index slipped marginally by 0.02% to 10,551.42 points.

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The limited decline appears to reflect consolidation following recent gains rather than a deterioration in sentiment.

Qatar continues to display resilient liquidity conditions and remains well positioned to benefit from improving global energy trade dynamics.

Kuwait: Investors Pause After Recent Advances

The Premier Market Index of Boursa Kuwait edged lower by 0.04% to 9,335.94 points, while the broader market closed at 8,835.90 points.

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The modest decline follows a series of stronger sessions and appears consistent with profit-taking rather than a shift in market direction.

Trading activity remained healthy, suggesting investor participation has not materially weakened.

GCC Markets at a Glance

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Tuesday's session reinforced a notable shift in regional investor sentiment.

Only weeks ago, Gulf markets were navigating elevated uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions and concerns over energy supply disruptions. Today, investors are increasingly focusing on the economic benefits that could emerge from a normalization of regional conditions.

The decline in oil prices following the preliminary US-Iran agreement has been accompanied by:

• Lower global inflation expectations;

• Falling bond yields;

• Improving risk appetite;

• Stronger performance across global equity markets.

For Gulf markets, the equation is more nuanced.

Lower oil prices can moderate hydrocarbon revenues over time, but easing geopolitical risk and the prospect of fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz remove one of the largest sources of uncertainty facing regional economies and financial markets.

The strength seen in Abu Dhabi and Dubai suggests investors are increasingly rewarding markets with deep liquidity, diversified economic drivers, and strong institutional participation.

Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia's continued recovery indicates that investors remain confident in the Kingdom's long-term structural transformation despite softer crude prices.

The modest declines in Qatar and Kuwait appear more consistent with consolidation than deterioration.

The broader message from Tuesday's trading session is increasingly clear:

Gulf investors are beginning to price a post-conflict environment characterized by lower volatility, improving financial conditions, and renewed confidence in regional assets.