The DFM gained 0.99 per cent and ADX 1.98 per cent for the week ended April 8.
The top gainers were International Holding Co. (35 per cent), Gulf Cement Co (14.35 per cent), Arkan Building Materials (13.23 per cent), Zee Stores (9 per cent) and Abu Dhabi National Takaful (6.56 per cent). With a spectacular rise of 105 per cent, International Holding is the top performer so far this year.
The company's shares are supported by a string of acquisition deals that help it grow at a terrific pace. The second best was Dubai Insurance Co. with 78 per cent.
Agthia Group, an Abu Dhabi based F&B company with a market cap of Dh4.80 billion and a dividend yield of 2.51 per cent too, delivered a magnificent return of 56 per cent for shareholders. The company has a world-class portfolio of integrated businesses and brands, which include Al Ain Water, Grand Mills Flour and Yoplait Yogurt.