Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) has successfully completed an AED 6.1bn rights issue, which closed on 4 December 2025. The offering attracted exceptional demand, with total funded commitments exceeding AED 12bn from UAE, regional and international investors.

Dubai Chambers has signed an MoU with Ahya Technologies to accelerate the adoption of ESG standards across the emirate’s business community.

Delegates from Abu Dhabi have concluded a visit to India and Singapore aimed at expanding economic ties and advancing partnerships across several high-growth sectors.

The GCC is set for stronger economic performance in 2025, with momentum fuelled by structural reforms and rapid advances in digital technology, according to the World Bank’s latest Gulf Economic Update. The report forecasts growth of 4.8% for the UAE and 3.8% for Saudi Arabia, with Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and Kuwait expected to expand between

A new initiative aimed at strengthening economic cooperation between the UK and the GCC will launch with the UK–GCC Strategic Dialogue 2026. The programme brings together a comprehensive economic report and a high-level forum scheduled for April 2026 in London.

Dubai Chambers has signed a new MoU with the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce to advance bilateral trade and investment.

Dubai’s economy expanded by 4.4% in the first half of 2025, reaching $65.6bn, driven by strong performance across key sectors. Core industries including trade, transport, tourism, and financial services continued to play a central role in driving output.

M&A activity across the MENA region grew 23% year on year in the first nine months of 2025, reaching 649 deals worth $69.1bn. Of that number, the GCC accounted for 500 deals valued at $65.9bn.

Dubai Chamber of Commerce reported solid performance during the first nine months of 2025, underscoring its role in driving economic growth and supporting the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).

Dubai Financial Market (DFM) has reported a 212% increase in net profit before tax to $253m for the first nine months of 2025, reflecting strong trading activity and continued expansion of Dubai’s capital markets. The results underscore Dubai’s growing status as a leading global financial hub, supported by initiatives to enhance market liquidity, attract international