UAE non-oil foreign trade approaches AED2 Trillion in H1 2026
In the first half of 2026, the UAE's non-oil foreign trade reached approximately AED1.937 trillion, representing a growth of 13.1% compared to the same period in 2025, 39.6% more than the first half of 2024, 54.5% more than the first half of 2023, and a growth of 78.8% compared to the same period in 2022.
UAE distributes over Dh46 billion in VAT and excise revenues after 15% rise
The UAE distributed more than Dh46 billion in Value Added Tax and Excise Tax revenues to federal and local governments by the end of 2025, marking a 15% increase from the previous year, the Ministry of Finance said.
UAE non-oil business growth reaches a one-year high on strong demand
Business activity across the UAE's non-oil private sector strengthened in February, reaching its fastest pace in a year as companies reported rising demand, strong new orders and improving supply chain conditions.
UAE cements position among world's fastest-growing economies in 2025
The United Arab Emirates consolidated its position in 2025 as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, driven by strong non-oil sectors, robust foreign and domestic investment, pro-business regulation and a flexible regulatory environment.
UAE business activity rises to seven-month high as new orders surge
The UAE's non-oil private sector recorded its strongest performance in seven months in September, driven by faster growth in new business and steady expansion in output, according to the latest S&P Global UAE Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI).
UAE economy set to grow 4.5% in 2025, outpacing regional peers
The UAE economy is projected to expand by 4.5 per cent in 2025, placing it ahead of all regional peers, said the UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism.