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New financial data released since this morning’s digest shows a notable expansion in UAE banking sector balance sheets for 2025, with total assets of banks climbing sharply. This development underscores robust credit growth and rising depositor confidence, offering insights for both UAE businesses and retail investors alike.

Over the past 24 hours, a major development in the UAE real estate market has emerged: Dubai has begun rolling out the second phase of its real estate tokenisation initiative. This step marks a significant milestone in modernising property investment, enhancing market accessibility, and integrating blockchain‑based solutions into the UAE’s financial ecosystem.

In the latest UAE finance news from the past 24 hours, local stock markets maintained gains amid broader risk‑on sentiment, while two structural developments — a sharp rise in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) company registrations and Abu Dhabi’s launch of a renewable energy self‑supply policy — signal long‑term shifts for the UAE business landscape and investment outlook.
Union Properties PJSC (UPP)
Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) Union Properties Public Joint Stock Company (“the Company”) was incorporated on 28 October 1993 as a public joint stock company by a United Arab Emirates Ministerial decree. The principal activities of the Company are investment in and development of properties, the management and maintenance of its own properties including the operation of cold stores, the undertaking of property related services on behalf of other parties (including related parties) and acting as the holding company of its subsidiaries and investing in joint ventures. The Company and its subsidiaries are collectively referred to as “the Group”. All of the Group’s significant business and investment activities in land, properties, securities and financial derivatives are carried out within the UAE. The Group does not have significant foreign currency exposure towards land, properties, securities and financial derivatives.
Read more about Union Properties PJSCSHUAA Capital PSC (SHUAA)
Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) SHUAA Capital P.S.C. is a Public Shareholding Company established in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, pursuant to Emiri Decree No. 6 of 25 April 1979 and in accordance with the Federal Law No. (8) of 1984 (as amended). SHUAA Capital P.S.C. (“SHUAA“) is a leading asset management and investment banking platform, recognized for its strong track record and pioneering approach to investing through a differentiated, innovative and global product offering focused on public and private markets, debt and real estate. The asset management segment, one of the region’s largest, manages real estate funds and projects, investment portfolios and funds in the regional equities, fixed income and credit markets; it also provides investment solutions to clients, with a focus on alternative investment strategies. The investment banking segment provides corporate finance advisory, transaction services, private placement, public offerings of equity and debt securities, while also creating market liquidity on OTC fixed income products. SHUAA is regulated as a financial investment company by the Emirates Securities and Commodities Authority.
Read more about SHUAA Capital PSCNational Central Cooling Co. (TABREED)
Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates Tabreed is a UAE-based utility company that provides energy-efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly year-round district cooling solutions in the GCC. Founded in 1998, and listed on the Dubai Financial Market, Tabreed’s cooling systems are an integral part of the region’s infrastructure. The company now delivers over a million Refrigeration Tons (RT) to major government, commercial, and residential projects. Tabreed owns and operates 83 plants in its portfolio across the GCC..
Read more about National Central Cooling Co.Al Firdous Holdings PJSC (ALFIRDOUS)
Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) Al Firdous (P.J.S.C) (formerly Manasek P.J.S.C) is a public joint stock company registered on 1 July 1998 in the Emirates of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, according to Ministerial Decree Number (106) for the year 1998, and which commenced its operations on 22 October 1998. On 31 September 2007, the company secured approval from Ministry of Economy to change its name from (Manasek P.J.S.C) to (Al Firdous Holding P.J.S.C). Up to 31 December 2008, the company operated as a group consisting of the company (the partner company) and Al Firdous Group Co Ltd for Hotels, a company established in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and involved in managing and operating hotels and restaurants in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and organizing Hajj and Umra trips.
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HSBC has launched a dedicated asset management business in the United Arab Emirates, introducing new investment funds and signalling confidence in the country’s expanding wealth market and appeal to global investors.

Global bank HSBC has unveiled a new asset management division in the UAE with multiple onshore investment funds, marking a strategic expansion into the Emirates’ fast‑growing wealth and investment ecosystem.

A major Abu Dhabi renewable energy project has successfully priced a long‑dated green bond with strong investor demand, reinforcing confidence in UAE capital markets and financing for sustainable infrastructure.

In a major development for digital finance in the United Arab Emirates, RAKBank has secured in‑principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE to issue a dirham‑backed stablecoin. This marks a key milestone in the expanding regulated digital currency ecosystem and could influence payment systems, banking innovation and investor behavior.

In the latest wave of economic developments across the United Arab Emirates, new data reveals a surge in company registrations alongside major strategic energy investments. These trends are shaping the business landscape for 2026, with implications for UAE enterprises and retail investors.

BHM Capital Financial Services PSC unveils robust preliminary results for the fiscal year 2025, showcasing its continued growth and market leadership.

Tabreed's Board of Directors has approved the audited financial statements for 2025, signaling potential growth and stability in the GCC region.

Air Arabia's board approves 2025 financials and proposes a substantial dividend, marking a significant milestone for the airline.

Emaar Development PJSC has reported its highest ever property sales and profitability, reflecting strong demand and operational efficiency.

Emaar Properties PJSC reports record-breaking sales, revenue, and profit for 2025, reflecting robust growth in its core sectors.

Dubai Islamic Bank unveils its strategic plans for 2025, focusing on growth and innovation within the Islamic finance sector.

Dubai Taxi Company PJSC has released its preliminary financial results for 2025, showcasing significant growth in revenue and profit.

Islamic Arab Insurance Company (SALAMA) announces a robust financial performance for 2025, highlighting a significant profit increase and strengthened capital position.

National Cement Company P.S.C. has announced the approval of its 2025 preliminary financial statement during a recent board meeting.

Deyaar Development PJSC reports a significant financial upswing for FY 2025, marking a 30% revenue increase and a 26% rise in profit before tax.

Dubai Refreshment Company P.J.S.C. announces a record-breaking profit for 2025 amidst challenging conditions.

Dubai Refreshment PJSC announces a significant leadership change in its legal and risk compliance department.

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has increased its controlling stake in Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) to 80%.

Islamic Arab Insurance Co. (Salama) unveils its unaudited and unreviewed financial results for the year 2025, highlighting key financial metrics and strategic insights.

Dubai Refreshment Company P.J.S.C. has released the results of its recent Board of Directors meeting, revealing key approvals for 2025.

Al Masraf makes a significant debut with a $500 million bond listing on Nasdaq Dubai, marking a milestone in international debt capital markets.

Aramex PJSC's 2025 financial performance shows stable revenues and logistics momentum amid a challenging market environment.

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) strengthens its position in the district cooling sector by increasing its ownership in Empower.