MUSCAT : The GCC Capital Markets Committee announced the issuance of the GCC Exchanges Unified Investor Relations’ Guideline 2025, developed through collaboration among GCC capital markets alongside other regional exchanges. The guide aims to unify and advance investor relations practices in GCC markets in line with the latest international standards.
The new guide is designed to enable listed companies to adopt practices that enhance
transparency and disclosure, while embedding principles of sustainability within their corporate
strategies. It also seeks to strengthen investor confidence and foster sustainable engagement
with various stakeholders.
Commenting on the launch, Mr. Haitham Salem Al Salmi, CEO of Muscat Stock Exchange, stated: “The issuance of the Unified GCC Investor Relations Guide 2025, marks a significant milestone in the development of investor relations across the Gulf region. It represents a strategic step
towards greater integration among GCC capital markets and reflects our joint commitment to
adopting global standards that enhance disclosure, transparency, and investor confidence
locally and internationally. This guide also provides listed companies with practical tools to
elevate their investor communication, thereby contributing to sustainable development in the
region.”
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The guide provides listed companies with a comprehensive framework, including practical tools
for effective disclosure, defining target investor segments, and strengthening corporate
communication. This will enhance the competitiveness of GCC capital markets and reinforce
their standing on the global investment landscape.
This initiative comes as part of the GCC Capital Markets Committee’s broader efforts to build a
more advanced and competitive financial ecosystem across the Gulf, boosting integration and
strengthening its appeal to both regional and international investors. The committee’s
members include: Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, Dubai Financial Market, Bahrain Bourse,
Saudi Exchange, Muscat Stock Exchange, Qatar Stock Exchange, and Boursa Kuwait.
