Palestine Frontier-Market Status Long Overdue: Aweidah

The video discusses the Palestinian Stock Exchange's journey to gain visibility and recognition, highlighting its liberal practices and strategic domestic support. It addresses the interest from foreign investors and the challenges posed by political risks. The exchange aims to improve standards and seeks inclusion in major indices like MSCI, despite liquidity challenges.

What recent classification did the Palestinian Stock Exchange achieve?

• Local market status by NASDAQ

• Emerging market status by MSCI

• Frontier market status by Footsie Russell

• Developed market status by S&P

What percentage of Palestinian stocks are owned by non-Palestinians?

• 60%

• 10%

• 25%

• 40%

Which countries have shown increasing interest in the Palestinian Stock Exchange?

• India and China

• Kuwait and Jordan

• United States and Canada

• Germany and France

What is a major challenge faced by the Palestinian Stock Exchange?

• Lack of technology

• Limited investor interest

• Political risks

• High volatility

What is a key aspiration for the Palestinian Stock Exchange in the future?

• To be included in the MSCI and S&P indices

• To become the largest exchange in the Middle East

• To eliminate all foreign investments

• To focus solely on domestic investors