The Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) reported trading volume of 390.35 billion Iraqi dinars, equivalent to approximately $296.67 million, for the first half of 2026.
The turnover was driven by 389.46 billion shares changing hands during the period, according to data released Tuesday by the exchange.
Recent federal budget execution data indicates that oil revenues accounted for 84% of Iraq’s total federal income through the end of May 2026.
The figures offer a snapshot of liquidity in Iraq’s equity market, which remains a niche but growing segment of the country’s financial infrastructure.
While the absolute dollar value is modest compared to regional peers, the consistent share turnover suggests active participation from domestic investors and institutional players navigating the local economy.
This market activity unfolds against a backdrop of an economy heavily dependent on energy exports.
Recent federal budget execution data indicates that oil revenues accounted for 84% of Iraq’s total federal income through the end of May 2026.