DFM launches initiative to attract more investments

  • Date: 19-Oct-2020
  • Source: Emirates Business
  • Sector:Financial Markets
  • Country:UAE
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DFM launches initiative to attract more investments

DUBAI / WAMThe Dubai Financial Market (DFM) on Sunday introduced equity futures trading, as part of its new Futures Trading Platform, amid unprecedented participation from the brokerage community. This step provides further impetus to DFM's strategy to diversify product offerings and attract more investments. The DFM has developed a robust regulatory framework, in line with international best practices, creating a favourable environment for active participation from various market participants. This strategic step also enables investors to diversify and hedge their portfolios and access equity futures. To celebrate the launch of this comprehensive futures platform, DFM hosted an opening bell ceremony in presence of Hassan Al Serkal, CEO of DFM, Maryam Fekri, CEO of Dubai Central Clearing and Depository Holding, Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai and Deputy CEO of DFM,