Vision & Mission and Regulatory Philosophy

The year 2000 marked a transformative milestone for the UAE’s securities sector. In that year, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may he rest in peace, issued Federal Law No. 4 of 2000, establishing the Capital Market Authority (CMA). Since its inception, the CMA has been dedicated to advancing the securities and commodities markets through robust legislative, regulatory, and supervisory frameworks—adopting the highest international standards and best practices. From day one, the Authority began licensing and organizing financial markets, solidifying its pioneering position locally, regionally, and globally.

Since its establishment, the Capital Market Authority (CMA) has remained committed to implementing the objectives set forth in Federal Law No. 4 of 2000. It has spared no effort to strengthen the legislative framework by issuing regulations and directives aimed at advancing the regulatory and supervisory infrastructure governing listed joint stock companies and other companies operating within the securities sector. The CMA has also introduced stringent controls and standards designed to enhance investor confidence and trust in financial markets.

Mission

Develop and enforce a flexible and integrated legislative and oversight system that protects investor rights, promotes fair transactions, increases investor awareness, and enhances the competitiveness and attractiveness of the UAE capital market by introducing innovative business models that employ well-qualified human capital, advanced digital applications, and high-quality partnerships.

Philosophy

The Regulatory Philosophy of the Capital Market Authority

Vision

A reliable, competitive, and sustainable investment environment in a world-leading capital market.

Core Values

Innovation

Teamwork

Partnerships and cooperation

Integrity

Excellence

Effectiveness

Fairness

Competitiveness

Transparency

Strategic Objectives

Build a legislative system that supports and enhances the competitiveness, attractiveness, and transparency of the UAE capital market.
Foster transparency and investor confidence in financial markets.
Promote the ease of doing business and digital transformation.

Key Objectives

Regulate capital market-sector policies and legislation.
Safeguard the rights of investors in the capital market.
Raise investment awareness among related parties in the capital market.
Mitigate systemic risks emanating from the conduction of business in the capital market.

Enabling Objectives

Attract and empower the greatest human talents and provide effective and efficient institutional services and digital infrastructure.
Foster innovative practices driven by flexibility, proactiveness, and readiness within the workplace.

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