Dubai: The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has announced the temporary closure of Nasdaq Dubai, effective Monday, 2nd March 2026 and Tuesday, 3rd March 2026. The decision impacts the international financial exchange based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), where regional and global investors trade equities, derivatives, sukuk, and conventional bonds. According to Emirates News Agency, the DFSA, an independent regulator of banking, financial services, and markets within the DIFC, has taken this step as part of its ongoing efforts to monitor developments in the region. The authority remains in regular contact with local authorities and relevant advisories to ensure the stability and integrity of the financial markets.