The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) reported a 43% growth in net profits, totaling Dh193.3 million in the first quarter of 2026, up from Dh134.9 million in the same period last year. This growth occurred despite a two-day market closure at the onset of the US-Israel-Iran conflict. The DFM's Average Daily Trading Value (ADTV) surged 56%, surpassing Dh1 billion to reach Dh1.03 billion. Additionally, the total traded value rose by 48% to Dh61 billion, compared to Dh41.12 billion in Q1 2025. The DFM's total consolidated revenue also increased by 36%, reaching Dh253.1 million, with operating income and investment returns contributing significantly. The market attracted 20,702 new investors, with over 79% of them being international. Despite a 10.1% decline in the DFM General Index by the end of March, trading activity remained strong, supported by high liquidity and investor participation. Hamed Ali, CEO of DFM and Nasdaq Dubai, emphasized the commitment to enhancing market accessibility and infrastructure to solidify Dubai's status as a leading financial center.