Post by : Bianca Haleem
Dubai Chamber of Commerce reported that Indian-owned businesses led the list of new foreign companies joining the chamber in 2025. A total of 18,486 Indian firms registered last year, showing an 11% increase compared to 2024.
Pakistan came second with 9,138 new companies (+12%), followed by Egypt with 5,043 firms. The United Kingdom registered 2,733 new companies (+5%), and Bangladesh had 2,721 (+15%). Syria, China, Jordan, Türkiye, and the United States completed the top ten.
Overall, 71,830 new companies joined in 2025, increasing the chamber’s total active membership to 292,486, up from 258,318 in 2024, marking 13.2% annual growth.
In terms of sectors, the Real Estate, Renting, and Business Services sector dominated with 37.6% of new members, followed by Wholesale and Retail Trade at 34.5%. Construction made up 17.2%, Social and Personal Services accounted for 7.9%, and Transport, Storage, and Communications had 7.2%.
The data highlights Dubai’s continued appeal as a top destination for foreign investors, particularly from India and neighboring countries.
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