ADGM Reports Strong Growth in AUM and Licences, Reinforcing Abu Dhabi as a Global Financial Hub
Abu Dhabi's international financial centre (IFC), ADGM, reported significant growth in the first half of 2026. Assets Under Management increased by 54% year-on-year to an undisclosed amount, while active licences reached nearly 14,000 — making it the largest IFC in the MEASA region based on this metric. The number of fund and asset managers rose by 23%, with over USD 2.1 trillion managed globally from ADGM-based firms. ADGM's workforce also expanded to 49,027 professionals, a 34% increase compared to H1 2025. Major financial institutions such as Capital Group and Man Group have established or expanded their presence in the region during this period. The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) issued numerous approvals for new firms, further deepening ADGM's ecosystem. These developments underscore Abu Dhabi’s growing influence as a global capital hub, with continued international confidence in its stable financial environment and strategic positioning.
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