UAE Capital Market Authority Reports Managed Assets Hit $470B

Assets under management in the UAE’s capital markets reached approximately $470 billion in 2025, according to the Capital Market Authority’s latest annual report, following a year marked by accelerated licensing activity and a rapidly expanding fund landscape.

The authority said it completed 3,170 licences and approvals during 2025, compared with 1,272 the previous year, representing an annual increase of 150%. The rise reflects growing market participation and an expanding pool of regulated entities operating under the UAE’s capital markets framework.

The report also pointed to significant growth in the fund ecosystem. The number of local investment funds increased by around 322% over the year, while the total number of funds under the authority’s supervision—covering both domestic funds and recognised foreign vehicles—rose by nearly 66%, from 119 in 2024 to 197 in 2025. According to the authority, the broader range of fund structures and strategies has widened options for both individual and institutional investors.