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S&P 500 UAE Access | Exchange and Index Provider Stocks

As investors in the Emirates increasingly seek dollar-denominated assets, accessing major US indices like the S&P 500 can be a key part of global diversification. This basket offers exposure to the US and EU-listed financial infrastructure companies, such as exchange operators and index providers, that facilitate this access.

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Han Tan | Market Analyst

Published on November 10

Your Basket's Financial Footprint

Interpretation for 'How to Invest in the S&P 500 from the UAE | Market Infrastructure' basket market capitalisation.

Key Takeaways for Investors:
  • Large-cap concentration generally implies lower volatility and more stable performance, often tracking broad-market movements.
  • Consider as a core, diversified holding rather than a speculative or high-growth allocation.
  • Likely to deliver steady long-term value rather than rapid, short-term explosive gains.
Total Market Cap
  • SPGI: $150.32B

  • MSCI: $43.80B

  • NDAQ: $49.81B

  • Other

About This Group of Stocks

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Our Expert Thinking

This collection takes a 'picks and shovels' approach to S&P 500 exposure, focusing on the essential financial infrastructure that makes global investing possible. Rather than investing directly in the index, you're investing in the companies that facilitate access to it - the exchanges, index providers, and market operators that connect UAE investors to US markets.

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What You Need to Know

These companies earn revenue from trading volumes, market data subscriptions, and index licensing fees. Their business models are integral to global capital flows and benefit from the increasing demand for index-based products like ETFs. Many have direct operations in the UAE through the Dubai International Financial Centre.

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Why These Stocks

Each company was selected for its critical role in connecting UAE investors to global markets. From S&P Global's DIFC office to Nasdaq's technology powering Nasdaq Dubai, these firms represent the backbone of cross-border investment infrastructure that enables portfolio diversification into dollar-denominated assets.

Why You'll Want to Watch These Stocks

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Global Market Gateway

These companies are the essential bridge connecting UAE investors to international markets. As demand for global diversification grows, their infrastructure becomes increasingly valuable.

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Revenue from Every Trade

Every time someone invests in the S&P 500 or trades on major exchanges, these companies earn fees. They profit from the very trend they enable - global market participation.

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UAE Market Presence

Many of these firms have established operations directly in the UAE through the DIFC, positioning them perfectly to serve the region's growing investment appetite.

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