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In 2025, a significant shift among UAE employees prioritizes financial security, with 68% planning to save their bonuses amid rising living costs. While 60% still allocate funds for travel, 27% focus on skill-building, reflecting a balance between immediate desires and long-term goals. Despite increased financial advice-seeking, many regret not starting savings earlier, highlighting a gap in retirement preparedness, as 77% estimate needing up to AED 10 million for a comfortable retirement.
UAE investments in Turkey have exceeded $6 billion, while Turkish investments in the UAE surpass $3 billion, driven by strategic partnerships. At Investopia 2025, Turkey's Investment Office President Burak Dağlıoğlu emphasized the benefits of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and Turkey's appeal as a gateway to key markets, supported by its extensive trade network and advanced infrastructure.
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office has signed an agreement with the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce to enhance economic ties between the two regions. This collaboration aims to foster investment opportunities and strengthen bilateral trade relations.
Industry insiders suggest that early investors in Wynn Al Marjan Island could potentially double their investments. Analysts are evaluating whether this resort, the first casino in the Middle East, represents a unique investment opportunity.
UAE-based venture builder Disrupt.com has announced a $100 million investment to support AI-first technology startups globally, following their successful exit from Cloudways. With a unique approach that includes building startups from scratch and co-founding ventures, they aim to target sectors like AI, cybersecurity, and Web3.0, focusing on pre-seed to Series A companies with strong growth potential.
Alkremeya is transforming Libya's grocery industry through digital innovation, aiming for expansion in North Africa and the MENA region. The company plans to invest in AI and machine learning, enhance partnerships, and empower local communities, positioning itself as a leader in the B2B digital economy. Meanwhile, Egypt's fintech sector has surged 5.5 times in five years, driven by digital payments and lending, supported by government initiatives to foster financial inclusion and innovation.
The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) is promoting the Savings Scheme as a beneficial alternative for end-of-service benefits. This initiative aims to provide employees with a more effective investment option for their financial future.
International City in Dubai has emerged as the UAE’s most sought-after community, according to an analysis of over 149 million property views and 12 million search queries. This data highlights the growing interest in this area among potential buyers and investors.
Flow48, a UAE-based fintech, has raised $69 million in a Series A funding round led by Breega, with participation from several investors. The funds will be used to expand SME lending in MENA, particularly in Saudi Arabia, while enhancing their platform with advanced risk assessment tools and alternative data sources. CEO Idriss Al Rifai emphasized the importance of supporting SMEs, which are vital for job creation and economic growth in the region.
The UAE aims to boost the fintech sector's contribution to GDP from 8.7% to 12% by 2031, as announced by Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri at Investopia 2025. The country is also focusing on emerging sectors like the space economy and agricultural innovation to enhance its global standing and food security. In 2024, the UAE issued 200,000 new business licenses, raising the total active businesses to over 1.1 million, with plans for further growth.
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