Dubai Report Highlights Global Shift To Private Wealth Growth

Post by : Mumtaaz Qadiri

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, has released a new report in its "Future of Finance" series. The report is called Shift to Private Capital. It explains how private wealth is changing global financial markets and why Dubai is becoming an important home for private investors, family offices, and global wealth managers.

Global Wealth Is Moving To Private Markets

The report explains that the world of finance is shifting away from public markets and moving more toward private markets. By 2030, private market assets are expected to grow beyond 30 trillion US dollars. This shows how investors are seeking more reliable and higher-yielding opportunities. Public wealth, which comes from things like government bonds and publicly traded shares, is growing slowly. In comparison, private wealth is expanding much faster.

Record Levels Of Global Private Wealth

The total private wealth in the world has now reached a record of 471 trillion US dollars. This figure is huge when compared to the 1990s. Since 1995, private wealth has grown by over 340 trillion dollars. This growth is happening at a rate eight times faster than the growth of public wealth. It shows that private capital is becoming more important and powerful in shaping the global economy.

The Role Of Intergenerational Wealth Transfer

One of the most important factors for the future is the transfer of wealth between generations. Over the next 20 years, around 124 trillion dollars will move from older generations to younger heirs. These younger investors think differently. They care more about sustainability, technology, and making a social impact. This means they will look for different types of investments, and financial centers must adapt to their needs.

Demand For Personalised Wealth Solutions

Because younger investors prefer more flexible and innovative opportunities, the demand for personalised wealth services is increasing. Traditional banking is no longer enough. Investors want platforms that can handle private capital in smarter and more tailored ways. This is creating new business opportunities in the private finance world and making places like Dubai attractive to investors who seek innovation.

Dubai’s Rise As A Private Wealth Hub

The report shows how Dubai is becoming one of the most important hubs for private wealth management. The city offers strong rules and systems like traditional financial centers, but it also has the energy and flexibility of an emerging market. This combination makes Dubai unique. By 2025, Dubai has been ranked 12th in the Global Financial Centres Index, standing next to leading cities like London, New York, and Paris.

DIFC’s Growing Financial Ecosystem

DIFC is at the heart of Dubai’s success. By the first half of 2025, DIFC had 7,700 active companies, showing a 25 percent increase compared to last year. It has attracted over 440 wealth and asset managers, 85 hedge funds, and many private equity and venture capital firms. DIFC is also home to more than 1,000 family-related businesses. This proves that it is one of the fastest-growing global financial ecosystems.

Major Companies In DIFC

Many global companies have chosen DIFC and Dubai as their base for expanding into private markets. These include well-known firms like Alarabi Investments, Baron Capital, BECO Capital, Cambridge Associates, CdR Capital, Levent Capital, Hayfin, Middle East Venture Partners, Morningstar, Naya Capital, Pearl Diver Capital, PIMCO, Squarepoint Capital, Silver Point Capital, and TVM Capital. Their presence shows trust in Dubai’s financial vision and strength.

International Perspectives On Dubai’s Growth

The report includes contributions from global financial experts. Among them are Mark Oshida from Cambridge Associates, Philippe Amarante from Henley & Partners, and Antoine Colson, CEO of the International Private Equity Market (IPEM). Their insights reflect how Dubai is increasingly respected by the international financial community. They confirm that Dubai is becoming a serious player in shaping the global future of finance.

Partnership With IPEM

One major highlight is that IPEM, the world’s leading private capital marketplace, will bring its activities to Dubai. In December 2025, DIFC will host the first Middle East preview of IPEM. This will be followed by a larger global edition during Dubai Future Finance Week in May 2026. This partnership shows Dubai’s growing role as a meeting point for global investors and wealth managers.

Dubai’s Strengths In Wealth Management

Antoine Colson, CEO of IPEM, explained why Dubai is the right place for this expansion. He said that Dubai connects long-term capital with a long-term vision. The city has a strong regulatory system and a thriving family office community. These qualities make it a natural home for the growth of private wealth management. Dubai’s ability to combine global rules with local dynamism makes it stand out among financial hubs.

Dubai Is Shaping The Global Finance Future

The "Future of Finance: Shift to Private Capital" report makes it clear that Dubai is not just following global trends but helping to create them. By attracting international investors, providing strong financial infrastructure, and focusing on new-generation wealth, Dubai is actively shaping how the world of finance will look in the future.

Dubai’s Expanding Role

The new DIFC report shows that global finance is moving toward private markets at a record speed. Private wealth is growing faster than public wealth, and a huge amount of money is about to change hands between generations. Dubai is positioning itself as the ideal place for this shift by offering a strong ecosystem, attracting top global companies, and hosting major financial events. This will not only strengthen Dubai’s economy but also make it one of the leading financial hubs of the future.

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