DIFC — DUBAI'S DIFC SURPASSES 10,000 ACTIVE FIRMS IN H1 2026, UP 30% YOY

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) announced that its number of active registered companies exceeded 10,018 by the end of H1 2026, marking a 30% year-over-year increase. The growth was driven by strong performance across all key financial sectors, including banking, capital markets, and wealth management, reinforcing Dubai's position as a leading global financial hub. The number of regulated financial services firms grew by 16% to 1,134.