DFM announces new trading hours from Monday to Friday

By Samantha Allen

Published: December 8, 2021 | 12:13 PM GMT

DFM announces new trading hours from Monday to Friday

DUBAI, 8th December, 2021 – Dubai Financial Market (DFM) today announced its new trading hours that will come into effect as of Monday, 3rd of January 2022, with a five hours trading session between 10 am and 3 pm from Monday to Friday.

The Monday to Friday trading window align with local and international financial institutions and further contribute to DFM’s recent momentum by expanding the presence of international participants on DFM, as they currently contribute 50% of the market’s trading activities and represent one-third of the investor base.

The new trading hours are set in coordination with local and international market participants including; investors, brokerage firms and financial institutions, and will harmonise DFM’s operations with international financial markets, a factor that will enhance the market’s competitiveness regionally and globally.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.