19 July 2016

Dubai MAF Global Securities today listed a conventional bond valued at 300 million US dollars on Nasdaq Dubai.

It was the third conventional bond to be listed on the exchange by MAF Global Securities, part of the Majid Al Futtaim Holding group, following listings in July 2013 and May 2014 of 500 million US dollars  each.

Hamed Ali, Chief Executive of Nasdaq Dubai, said: We are delighted to welcome this new listing from one of the UAEs most prominent conglomerates, to support its further growth and development. The exchange is committed to providing a platform to fixed income issuers from the region and around the world who seek unrivalled access to regional and international investors.

About Nasdaq Dubai
Nasdaq Dubai is the international financial exchange serving the region between Western Europe and East Asia. It welcomes regional as well as global issuers that seek regional and international investment. The exchange currently lists shares, derivatives, Sukuk (Islamic bonds), conventional bonds and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS).

The majority shareholder of Nasdaq Dubai is Dubai Financial Market with a two-thirds stake.  Borse Dubai owns one third of the shares. The regulator of Nasdaq Dubai is the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). Nasdaq Dubai is located in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

Press Release 2016