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SHUAA Capital p.s.c. is a financial investment company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operating under the regulation of the U.A.E. Securities and Commodities Authority with registration number 703036 and commercial license number 200219. The company's head office is located in The H Hotel Dubai, Office Tower. The Board of Directors of SHUAA Capital has approved resolutions concerning business matters by circulation. This information was communicated by Islam Mahrous, the Chief Compliance Officer, to Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, the CEO of the Dubai Financial Market.

On April 16, 2026, BHM Capital Financial Services PSC and ADNH Catering PLC mutually agreed to terminate their liquidity provision agreement concerning ADNH Catering PLC shares listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. This decision, communicated through the EFSAH electronic disclosure system, will take effect on the same date. The notification was signed by Abdel Hadi Al Sadi, the Chief Executive Officer.

On April 16, 2026, BHM Capital Financial Services PSC and Abu Dhabi National Hotels PJSC mutually agreed to terminate their liquidity provision agreement. This agreement, which pertains to the shares of Abu Dhabi National Hotels PJSC listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, will be discontinued effective from the same date. The notification was submitted through the EFSAH electronic disclosure system.

The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) announced an adjustment to its Equity Futures Contracts for Salik Company PJSC, effective April 17, 2026, following shareholder approval of a cash dividend of AED 11.8712 fils per share. The adjustment affects three futures contracts: SALIK K26 (May 2026), SALIK M26 (June 2026), and SALIK N26 (July 2026). The price adjustment involves an adjustment ratio of 0.979845, modifying the prices to 5.792, 5.809, and 5.825 respectively. The adjusted prices will serve as the reference price for trading on April 17, 2026. Further details are available on the DFM website. The document notes that the information is subject to change and emphasizes that the DFM Regulated Derivative Contract Trading Regulation will take precedence in case of any discrepancies.

The Dubai Financial Market has issued the expiry settlement prices for equity futures contracts expiring in April 2026. The settlement prices are listed for various contracts, with each identified by its series code, price in AED, and contract ID. Examples include AIRARB J26 at 5.290 AED and EMAAR J26 at 12.700 AED, among others. This announcement is available on the Dubai Financial Market's website. The document notes that the information is subject to change and emphasizes that it does not replace the official Dubai Financial Market Regulated Derivative Contract Trading Regulation.

Nasdaq Dubai experienced strong momentum in Q1 2026, with 18 fixed income listings raising over USD 8 billion. The listings were composed of 67% from UAE issuers and 33% from international issuers, bringing the total outstanding listings to USD 149 billion, including USD 105 billion in Sukuk and USD 44 billion in bonds. The quarter's activity was marked by a diverse range of issuers, including the UAE Federal Government, supranationals like the New Development Bank, and companies in the financial, aviation, and real estate sectors. Notable transactions included Emirates NBD's green and digital formats, Mashreq's AT1 capital, and the New Development Bank's USD 2 billion debut issuance. The UAE Federal Government's Treasury Sukuk and Bond programs also advanced, contributing to the development of the dirham-denominated yield curve.

Dubai National Insurance (DNI) held its General Assembly Meeting, chaired by Sultan Ahmad Al Habtoor, where a 15% cash dividend was approved for shareholders, totaling AED 17.325 million. DNI reported strong financial performance in 2025, with insurance revenue rising to AED 560.5 million from AED 469.1 million in 2024, attributed to effective underwriting and investment management. The company achieved a profit after tax of AED 53.6 million and saw its investment portfolio grow to AED 1,182.6 million. Total assets were AED 1,677.5 million, and shareholders' equity increased to AED 950.9 million, indicating financial resilience. DNI maintains a strong solvency position and continues to focus on delivering sustainable value to shareholders.