Dubai's greenfield FDI strength attracted $8.82bn inflows and created 39,000 jobs in 2025 | The National

Dubai attracted 1,253 projects, a 7 per cent share of global greenfield FDI projects. Chris Whiteoak / The NationalDubai attracted 1,253 projects, a 7 per cent share of global greenfield FDI projects. Chris Whiteoak / The NationalEmirate ranks top for greenfield FDI inflows for fifth straight year, FT data shows

Dubai attracted Dh32.4bn ($8.82bn) in greenfield FDI in 2025, delivering nearly 39,000 jobs and underscoring resilience amid geopolitical headwinds.

The emirate secured 1,253 greenfield projects, up 10.5% year on year, accounting for 7% of global project count and a record global share.

Project numbers surpassed 2024’s 1,117, though 2024’s value was higher at Dh52.3bn ($14.22bn), reflecting shifting deal sizes.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, said the city ranked No 1 in sectors including manufacturing and artificial intelligence.