Dubai has once again asserted its unrivaled supremacy as the world’s top Greenfield FDI destination, attracting a record-breaking AED 52.3 billion in 2024—an extraordinary 33.2% year-on-year surge. With 1,117 new projects established and 1,826 announced (+11% YOY), the emirate is solidifying its status as the ultimate global investment powerhouse, fueling 58,680 new jobs in a remarkable 31% increase.

Dubai’s investment landscape is evolving at an electrifying pace:

• Reinvestment skyrocketed by 98%

• Venture capital surged 39%

• New form investments rose 23%, signaling a dynamic shift in economic transformation.

Ranked 4th globally for Greenfield FDI capital—up from 5th in 2023—Dubai maintains its No. 1 position in the Middle East & Africa (MEA) and has dominated the top global spot for Greenfield FDI projects for the fourth consecutive year.

Leading FDI Source Countries:

• India (21.5%)

• USA (13.7%)

• France (11%)

• UK (10%)

• Switzerland (6.9%)

Top Sectors by FDI Capital:

• Hotels & Tourism (14%) and Real Estate (14%)

• Software & IT Services (9.2%) and Building Materials (9%)

Leading Sectors by FDI Projects:

• Business Services (19.2%) Software & IT Services (14.3%) position Dubai as a corporate and tech powerhouse.

• Food & Drinks (16.5%) and Textiles (9.6%) showcase the city’s thriving consumer-driven economy.

A Vision of Unmatched Ambition

Dubai’s meteoric rise is no accident—it is the result of bold economic strategy and visionary leadership. The Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) is driving an innovation-first, startup-friendly, and digitally advanced economy, setting new global benchmarks for investment and enterprise.

With record-shattering FDI, unstoppable momentum, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence, Dubai isn’t just shaping the future—it’s owning it. For investors, entrepreneurs, and global corporations, all roads lead to Dubai.