UAE stock market news: When will Dubai, Abu Dhabi exchanges open amid US-Iran tensions? New update in

Trading on the UAE’s two main exchanges, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and Dubai Financial Market (DFM), has been suspended for two days

Published on: Mar 2, 2026, 04:03:45 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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UAE stock market update: Trading on the UAE’s two main exchanges, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and Dubai Financial Market (DFM), has been suspended for two days amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran. Authorities confirmed the closures will be in effect on Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Stock market information on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York (Bloomberg)

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Announcing the decision late Sunday, the UAE Capital Market Authority (CMA) said the move was taken under its regulatory mandate.

“In implementation of its supervisory and regulatory role over the UAE capital markets, and pursuant to the applicable laws and regulations, the UAE Capital Market Authority (CMA) announces that the UAE capital markets (Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and Dubai Financial Market (DFM) will be closed on Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3, 2026),” CMA said in a statement sent to Khaleej Times late on Sunday.

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What happens next?

The authority indicated that the situation remains fluid and further steps could be taken depending on developments. CMA added that it would continue to monitor developments in the region and assess the situation on an ongoing basis, taking any further measures as necessary.

Investors advised to track official updates

Market participants have been urged to rely on official communication channels for clarity on reopening timelines.

“All concerned parties are advised to follow the official UAE Capital Market Authority, ADX and DFM channels for updates regarding the resumption of trading,” read the statement.

Update from Kuwait and Qatar

The disruption is not limited to the UAE. Kuwait’s stock exchange also halted trading on Sunday, March 1, before announcing a resumption from Monday.

"The decision was made in accordance with the requirements of the public interest," the Kuwait News Agency said.

Meanwhile, the Qatar Stock Exchange remained closed due to a holiday, adding to a broader pause across parts of the Gulf’s financial markets.

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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