The Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the Dubai Chambers umbrella, announced that Asia accounted for 58% of all multinational companies (MNCs) drawn to the city in the first half of 2025. This strengthens Dubai’s status as a prominent regional and international investment hub for global corporations.
Europe ranked second with 16.1% of the MNCs, indicating a consistent interest from the continent. The Middle East and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) together contributed 12.9%, indicating substantial regional connections. Africa and the Americas each accounted for 6.5% of all MNCs during the same period.
Asia remained the top contributor to small and medium-sized firms (SMEs), accounting for 49.1% of all new SMEs joining Dubai’s business ecosystem in the first half of 2025. The Middle East and CIS together accounted for 22.3%, followed by Africa (11.6%), Europe (9.8%), and the Americas (7.1%).
Dubai International Chamber reported a 138% year-on-year rise in total company registrations, reflecting the emirate’s continued success in attracting global businesses and reinforcing its position as a hub for trade, investment, and innovation.
