The UAE’s economy posted strong growth in the first nine months of 2025, with gross domestic product rising 5.1 per cent year-on-year to approximately AED 1.4tn, equivalent to around USD 381B. The figures reflect sustained economic momentum across key sectors.
Non-oil activities continued to drive expansion, increasing at a faster pace and exceeding AED 1tn, or roughly USD 272B. The performance underscores the deepening role of diversified industries in shaping the country’s economic trajectory.
Authorities noted that the results highlight the UAE’s steady transition towards a more diversified and knowledge-based economy, supported by competitive regulatory frameworks and a pro-business environment aligned with the objectives of the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision.
Financial and insurance activities recorded the strongest growth among non-oil segments, followed by construction, real estate and manufacturing, indicating broad-based expansion across high-impact industries.
Wholesale and retail trade remained the largest contributor to non-oil GDP, while manufacturing, financial services and construction also accounted for significant shares of overall output, reinforcing the resilience and balance of the UAE’s economic structure.
