Insight
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.