24 to 30th March 2026 | WEEKLY BUSINESS ROUNDUP

Reports reveal United Arab Emirates (UAE) is expected to remain one of the fastest-growing economies globally in 2026. The UAE’s gross domestic product is projected to expand by around 5% in 2026, outpacing global growth and outperforming several major economies. The UAE benefits from strong non-oil sector expansion, robust trade activity & resilient financial conditions.

 

UAE Economic Integration Committee links 1.4m companies to National Economic Registry

The UAE Economic Integration Committee successfully linked 1.4 million companies into  a single comprehensive National Economic Registry. The UAE Economic Integration Committee reviewed progress on economic diversification, investor confidence and regulatory reform with a focus on strengthening national competitiveness under evolving global conditions. 

 

UAE real estate sector showcases major projects, strong March sales

With a steady pace of new project launches and uninterrupted construction activity during March 2026, UAE strengthens its position as a dynamic real estate market. In Dubai, residential and commercial project launches recorded robust momentum with a landmark transaction for a luxury apartment valued at AED 422 million. 

 

UAE restaurants report evening revenue surges 40% during Ramadan

Reports reveal the UAE restaurant sector is valued at USD16.58 billion and projected to grow to USD 50.21 billion by 2033. Recent reports reveal restaurant revenues in the UAE surged by as much as 40% during evening hours in Ramadan.

 

UAE housing sector bolsters family stability, wellbeing in 2026

The UAE’s citizens’ housing sector marked a robust start during Q1 2026. The country continues to strengthen the citizens’ housing sector and successfully contributed to raising the home ownership rate among citizens to around 91% by the end of 2025 - one of the highest globally.

 

UAE participates in World Trade Organisation’s 14th Ministerial Conference

The UAE participated in the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). It was reported in 2025, the UAE's non-oil foreign trade reached AED3.8 trillion (USD1.03 trillion), which represents 27% growth over 2024 - supported by a substantial increase in non-oil exports and facilitated by the CEPA programs.

 

Dubai’s economic model highlights competitiveness in face of global challenges

Dubai continues to build on the strengths of its economic model. The emirate’s competitive business environment is shaped by diversification, strong public-private sector collaboration, and a high level of readiness to respond to global shifts. The emirate’s infrastructure and institutional readiness continues to support operational continuity across airports, ports, and supply chains.

 

Completing a decade of operations, ADGM reports 36% surge in Assets Under Management

Furthered by strong momentum and robust operations over a decade, ADGM attracts substantial international capital, world-class talent and leading institutions to the UAE capital. End of 2025, the number of active licences in ADGM surpassed 12,000, while the number of individuals working within the financial centre increased by 51% to 44,339 and Assets Under Management (AUM) rose 36%.

 

Abu Dhabi establishes family business dispute committees to strengthen governance

The visionary leadership of Abu Dhabi issued a resolution to establish specialised committees to resolve family business disputes in the emirate. Resolution No. 3 of 2026 introduces Family Business Dispute Resolution Committees to strengthen the legislative and judicial framework supporting the stability and continuity of family-owned enterprises.