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Beyond the Horizon: Gulf Business Magazine Cover Story Feature

The global economy is increasingly shaped by escalating geoeconomic fragmentation. With global markets awaiting Trump 2.0, GCC countries stand to gain from the administration’s pro-investment policies, potentially accelerating the impressive economic growth the region has experienced over the past four years.

The IMF projects GCC growth to remain steady at 3.2% in 2025, driven by fiscal prudence, tax reforms, AI innovation, and urban transformation.

The UAE is well-positioned to capitalize on this momentum. The country’s ongoing investments in economic diversification and a strategic policy mix are expected to fuel further growth. In 2024, it attracted $16 billion in greenfield foreign direct investments, with the financial, real estate, and manufacturing sectors leading the inflows.

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