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ADGM attracts 14 global financial institutions managing $5 trillion in H1 2026
Abu Dhabi's non-oil economy expanded 8 percent in 2025, contributing over half of total GDP.
Abu Dhabi Global Market attracted plans from 14 financial institutions managing over $5 trillion in combined global assets to establish a presence in the first half of 2026. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM, disclosed the figure at the third Abu Dhabi Investment Forum in London on 19 October 2026.
Abu Dhabi economic growth in 2025#
Abu Dhabi's economy grew 7 percent in 2025, Al Zaabi said at the forum. The emirate's non-oil economy expanded 8 percent in the same period, contributing more than half of total gross domestic product. The figures were disclosed in Al Zaabi's remarks at the London event, reported by Economy Middle East on 19 October 2026.
ADGM regulatory framework and legal structure#
ADGM applies English Common Law directly, with independent courts and a regulatory framework for transparency and enforceability of commercial rights. Al Zaabi cited the international financial centre's legal and regulatory framework. The 14 institutions' plans to establish a presence reflect the response of international firms to these conditions, according to Al Zaabi's statement at the forum.
Business expansion and sector focus#
Al Zaabi said businesses based in Abu Dhabi were entering new markets and forming partnerships internationally. Artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, energy and life sciences were highlighted as industries shaping future markets. Al Zaabi said speed of doing business was central to the emirate's approach, with an emphasis on removing barriers and accelerating decisions. He said Abu Dhabi had the capacity to invest for decades and the agility to act today, according to the report.
Investment conditions and measurement#
Al Zaabi said progress should be measured by the opportunities that investment generates for businesses, industries and people, not solely by capital volume attracted. He said the emirate had long-term capital, energy resources, infrastructure and access to markets. Al Zaabi invited international investors and businesses to participate in Abu Dhabi's economic development, according to the report published on 19 October 2026.
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- economymiddleeast.comEconomy Middle East14 financial institutions managing over $5 trillion in combined assets planned to establish presence at ADGM in H1 2026, disclosed by Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi on 19 October 2026
- economymiddleeast.comEconomy Middle EastAbu Dhabi economy grew 7 percent in 2025, non-oil economy expanded 8 percent, contributing over half of GDP
- economymiddleeast.comEconomy Middle EastADGM applies English Common Law with independent courts and regulatory framework for transparency and enforceability
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