APOLONIA CAPITAL WEEKLY MARKET UPDATE
UAE Economic & Investment Highlights
The UAE is rapidly evolving from a regional powerhouse into a global capital magnet. Surging foreign investment, resilient property markets, and expanding cross-border trade are reshaping how global capital flows into the region. Momentum across Dubai, Sharjah, and the national capital markets reflects a maturing ecosystem one that rewards strategic foresight, disciplined structuring, and long-term partnerships. For investors and advisory firms alike, the UAE is no longer an emerging opportunity; it is a strategic base for global growth
Weekly News Highlights:
UAE Ministry of Investment Whitepaper Reinforces Global Financial Hub Ambitions
The UAE Ministry of Investment has released a new whitepaper detailing the country’s transformation into a forward-looking global financial hub, powered by progressive policy reforms, strong institutions, and world-class financial infrastructure. Despite global headwinds affecting foreign direct investment (FDI), the UAE recorded a nearly 49% year-on-year increase in FDI, underscoring rising international investor confidence. The growth also signals deepening capital market sophistication across ADGM, DIFC, and domestic exchanges. This momentum highlights expanding opportunities for cross-border investment, structured capital solutions, and strategic advisory services within an increasingly mature and globally integrated financial ecosystem.
Date: 2 February 2026
Source: Zawya
UAE Outlines Global Finance Ambitions as FDI Surges to $45.6
Billion
Foreign direct investment in the UAE surged 48.7% to $45.6 billion, placing the country within the global top ten FDI destinations. Investor-friendly regulations, economic diversification, and long-term capital market development strategies continue to attract international capital. Rising inflows reinforce demand for sophisticated investment structuring, market-entry advisory, and portfolio optimisation across regional and global markets.
Date: 2 February 2026
Source: Arabian Business
Dubai Economy Records AED 355 Billion GDP in First Nine Months of 2025
Dubai’s economy sustained strong growth momentum in 2025, with GDP reaching AED 355 billion in the first nine months — a 4.7% year-on-year increase driven by financial services, construction, real estate, healthcare, and tourism. This broad-based expansion underscores the emirate’s economic resilience and the value of data-driven insights for capitalising on evolving economic trends.
Source: MSN
Sharjah Attracts AED 1.049 Billion in Kuwaiti Real Estate Investment
Date: : 2 February 2026
Source: Sharjah24
Dubai Real Estate Records Highest Ever January Transactions
Dubai’s property market posted its strongest January on record, with total real estate transactions reaching AED 107.96 billion—nearly doubling year-on-year. The historic performance reflects sustained international demand, investor confidence, and Dubai’s status as a global real estate hub.
Date: 31 January 2026
Source: Gulf News
UAE Treasury Sukuk and Bonds Attract AED 5.15 Billion in Bids
Date: 31 January 2026
Source: Gulf Today
UAE Welcomes India-EU FTA as Boost to Global Trade Cooperation
The UAE-Kuwait Economic Forum in Dubai emphasised deepening trade and investment partnerships, with non-oil trade reaching AED 54.5 billion in 2025 and mutual investments exceeding $10 billion. Priority sectors include logistics, manufacturing, and services, signalling growing
confidence in Gulf market collaboration
Date: Early February 2026
Source: Outlook Business
UAE-Kuwait Economic Forum Strengthens Trade & Investment Ties
The UAE-Kuwait Economic Forum in Dubai emphasised trade and investment partnerships, with non-oil trade reaching AED 54.5 billion in 2025 and mutual investments exceeding $10 billion. Priority sectors include logistics, manufacturing, and services, signalling growing confidence in Gulf market collaboration
Date: 3 February 2026
Source: KUNA
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