New Delhi, Nov. 28 -- In global capital markets, the post-pandemic cycle has been marked by fragmented liquidity, shifting rate expectations, and investors placing a premium on transparency and simplicity. In this environment, public markets that can offer clear listing pipelines, robust post-trade infrastructure, and predictable rules are drawing disproportionate attention. Across regions, policymakers are also using capital-market reform as a lever to mobilise domestic savings and attract cross-border capital.

Within this, Dubai's capital market has emerged as an interesting case study. Since late 2021, a deliberate reform agenda, steady listing cadence, and upgrades to post-trade infrastructure have begun to deepen market depth and br...