Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) reached nearly 14,000 active licenses in the first half of 2026, with assets under management growing 54% year-over-year. The growth comes as major US funds — including Capital Group, Barings, Bain Capital, Muzinich & Co., Madison Realty Capital and Blue Owl Capital — expanded into the global financial center this year.

Why This Matters

Abu Dhabi continues to attract global capital despite ongoing regional instability, reaffirming its position as the region's leading financial hub. With over 1,500 US companies already operating in the UAE, ADGM is an established base for American institutions looking to access high-growth markets across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.

“The scale of growth we are witnessing across capital, institutions, businesses and talent demonstrates sustained international confidence in Abu Dhabi as a stable, trusted and globally connected financial hub” – HE Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM

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