The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to solidify its position as a leader in economic resilience and investment opportunity, demonstrating strong growth despite global uncertainties. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Abu Dhabi’s GDP is expected to expand by around 6% in 2025, marking a standout performance within the global economy. This robust expansion stems from several key factors including increased oil production due to eased OPEC+ cuts and a thriving real estate sector. Property transactions surged more than 40% during the first half of 2025, driven by strong demand, population growth, and investor confidence. [
The UAE’s diversification strategy has proven successful. Non-oil sectors such as tourism, finance, and real estate are emerging as major drivers of economic growth. This contributed to a projected 4.8% growth for the entire country in 2025 – the highest rate among Gulf nations.
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Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst at eToro, commented on the UAE’s appeal: “The UAE offers investors a unique combination of both robust growth and stability. It provides a safe haven during times of global volatility while simultaneously offering opportunities for significant returns.” He further noted that strong corporate earnings, booming IPO activity, and healthy local markets like the ADX and DFM illustrate this positive trend.
The UAE’s vibrant IPO market continues to attract both regional and international capital, with several listings in 2025 garnering strong oversubscription. This surge in demand signifies deep investor trust in the UAE’s growth trajectory and the long-term strength of its companies across various sectors – from real estate developers to banks and airlines.
“Abu Dhabi’s 6% forecast isn’t just a number; it reflects a confident, diverse economy that continues to outperform expectations,” Gilbert said.
“The UAE’s combination of high growth, diversification, and policy stability makes it an investment opportunity not to be missed.”
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