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you are currently viewing::Lunate Launches Boreas Solactive Quantum Computing UCITS ETF, the First Thematic ETF to List on ADX, Tracking the Solactive Developed Quantum Computing IndexSeptember 1, 2025--Solactive is pleased to announce its first collaboration with Lunate, an Abu Dhabi-based global investment management firm, with the launch of the Boreas Solactive Quantum Computing UCITS ETF, which tracks the Solactive Developed Quantum Computing Index. The ETF will become the first thematic ETF to list on ADX (Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange), marking a significant milestone in the expansion of local investment offerings. Quantum computing is widely regarded as one of the most transformative technologies of the coming decades, harnessing quantum mechanics to perform calculations at speeds unattainable by classical computers. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize industries such as pharmaceuticals, materials science, energy, climate modeling, financial risk analysis, and cybersecurity. The global market for quantum computing technologies is expected to grow from $1.6 billion in 2025 to reach $7.3 billion by the end of 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 34.6% from 2025 to 2030[1]. Source: Solactive AG |
Mideast Stocks: Most Gulf bourses rise; UAE shares extend losses as Middle East conflict widens
March 5, 2026--Both the Dubai and Abu Dhabi exchanges said they will temporarily set a 5% lower price limit on securities
Most Gulf stock markets rose in early trading on Thursday, but UAE equities fell again, extending the prior session's losses after exchanges reopened on Wednesday following a two-day suspension prompted by Iran's weekend missile-and-drone barrage on the Emirates.
UAE markets slide but Saudi stocks extend recovery
March 4, 2026--DFM and ADX reopen after 2 days
Both imposed -5% temporary limit
Tadawul All-Shares up 1.6% in morning
UAE equity markets tumbled on Wednesday as trading resumed for the first session since the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran, sparking a broader Middle East conflict.
UAE non-oil business activity expands to 12-month high in February
March 4, 2026--PMI points to growth in sectors such as construction, real estate, logistics and technology
The UAE's non-oil private sector expanded at the fastest pace in a year in February as business activity strengthened, according to new survey data released on Wednesday.
LNG shutdown sinks Qatar stocks but Tadawul rebounds
March 3, 2026-- Bourse dives as global markets reel on Middle East tensions.
Qatar LNG production still halted
Doha bourse lowest since June 2025
Saudi market up as Aramco advances
