Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange

United Arab Emiratesadx.ae

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Company (P.J.S.C.), commonly known as ADX or سوق أبو ظبي للأوراق المالية, is the primary stock exchange in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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Established on November 15, 2000, under Local Law No. 3 of 2000, it operates as a public joint stock company, wholly owned by Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company (ADQ). In March 2020, it transitioned from a public entity to a PJSC pursuant to Law No. 8 of 2020.

ADX serves as a platform for trading securities, including shares of public joint stock companies, bonds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), derivatives, and other instruments. Regulated by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), it emphasizes investor protection, market transparency, stability, and liquidity. As the second-largest exchange in the Arab region, it lists nearly 190 companies across sectors like finance, energy, industry, and services, with a market capitalization exceeding $800 billion as of early 2025.

ADX supports the UAE economy by facilitating investment, ensuring fair dealing, and promoting innovative trading methods.

Also known as سوق أبو ظبي للأوراق المالية.

Projects ADX is involved in

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ADX in chemical industry news

31 March 2026
OMV and XRG form Borouge International

Merger of Borouge, Borealis and NOVA creates global pure‑play polyolefins leader with 13.6 Mtpa capacity, >$500M synergies, advantaged feedstock and investment‑grade ratings

26 March 2026
ADNOC and OMV appoint executive team for Borouge Group International AG

Roger Kearns, Dr. Stefan Doboczky and Dr. Hasan Karam to lead; interim CFO until May 2026; supervisory board set; deal on track to close by end‑March 2026, forming a global polyolefins leader

26 March 2026
OMV and ADNOC appoint Borouge Group International AG executive team

Appointed CEO Roger Kearns, CCO Dr. Stefan Doboczky, COO Dr. Hasan Karam; interim CFO Daniel Turnheim until May 2026. Appointments precede planned combination and acquisition closing by Mar 2026.