Abu Dhabi:The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has announced that UBS Investment Bank will become its second international remote trading member, effective November 3, 2026. This move will allow UBS to offer its clients direct access to Abu Dhabi's capital market and ADX-listed securities, enhancing trading and settlement efficiency for global market participants.
According to Wam, the inclusion of UBS is part of ADX's ongoing strategy to expand market access and diversify its investor base in response to increasing global demand for exposure to the UAE's capital markets. The addition of UBS is expected to bring more dynamism to ADX's market activities.
Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi, Group Chief Executive Officer of ADX Group, expressed his satisfaction with UBS joining as a remote trading member, noting the continued global institutional demand for ADX-listed companies despite macroeconomic volatility. He emphasized the importance of collaboration and global connectivity, stating that ADX aims to strengthen its market infrastructure to attract global capital and support Abu Dhabi's vision of a diversified economy.
Ahmed Badr, Managing Director and Head of Global Markets Execution Services - MENA at UBS Investment Bank, highlighted that joining ADX will enable UBS to offer its clients access to investment opportunities in Abu Dhabi, complementing their existing capital market products and expanding execution capabilities throughout the trade lifecycle.
Institutional investors have played a significant role in market activity, accounting for 78% of the total trading value. Additionally, foreign investors represented 47% of the gross trade value in the first ten months of 2026.