ADGM Reinforces Abu Dhabi’s Standing as Global Financial Hub with 54% Growth in AUM and 4,000 Active Licences
UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 08th Sep, 2026
Abu Dhabi, ( Mohammad Ali (@ChaudhryMAli88) ) — ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, has reported remarkable growth in the first half of 2026. Assets Under Management (AUM) increased by a significant 54% year-on-year, while its workforce expanded to 49,027 professionals.
Moreover, the number of active licenses soared to nearly 14,000, reflecting strong demand from companies seeking to establish operations within the jurisdiction.
These results highlight:
- Expanding capital flows: Global institutions are increasingly utilizing Abu Dhabi as a hub for investment management.
- Business activity boom: ADGM continues to attract businesses and talent, solidifying its position as a leading global financial center in the MEASA region.
- Rising influence: Abu Dhabi is emerging as the "Capital of Capital," cementing its reputation as a stable and globally connected financial hub.
Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM, stated:
"ADGM is championing Abu Dhabi's economic vision, reinforcing its position as a global financial center. The growth across capital, institutions, businesses, and talent demonstrates international confidence in Abu Dhabi."
Key Highlights:
- AUM Growth: AUM within ADGM increased by 54% in H1 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, continuing a positive trend since 2022.
- Fund Managers: The number of fund and asset managers based in ADGM reached 190, an increase of 23% from H1 2025.
- Managed Funds: The number of funds managed from ADGM increased to 276, a 32% rise from 209 funds in H1 2025.
- Active Licences: A total of 13,974 active licenses were recorded in ADGM, making it the largest International Financial Centre (IFC) in the MEASA region.