UAE stocks ended Monday higher as investors prepared for the US Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision. Markets in Abu Dhabi and Dubai gained as traders watched global economic signals and new developments in the Middle East. The FTSE ADX General Index in Abu Dhabi increased by 0.173% at the close of trading. The Dubai Financial Market General Index also moved higher, rising by 0.987%. Investor focus is now on the US Federal Reserve meeting scheduled for Wednesday. Market participants expect the central bank to keep interest rates unchanged due to continued inflation concerns, changing oil prices, and global risks.…
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