DMCC Sees 7% Surge in US Companies as Bilateral Ties Strengthen
DMCC, the leading international business district powering the flow of global trade through Dubai, has reported a 7% rise in US companies joining its district over the past twelve months. Now, DMCC hosts over 45% of the approximately 1,500 American companies currently operating in the UAE, further cementing its status as the premier trade hub for US firms aiming to scale into the world’s fastest-growing markets.
This surge in American business activity mirrors the robust momentum in bilateral trade following US President Donald Trump’s high-profile visit to the UAE in May. During this historic trip, a series of strategic deals valued at US$200 billion were inked across pivotal sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), energy, defence, and aviation. These landmark agreements signal a refreshed era for UAE-US economic cooperation, significantly enhancing commercial prospects for American enterprises throughout the region.
Building on this momentum, DMCC recently wrapped up its latest Made For Trade Live series, hosting impactful events across New York City, Brooklyn, and Miami. These gatherings brought together 150 business leaders from key industries including technology, financial services, commodities, and advanced manufacturing as DMCC intensifies its initiatives to attract the next wave of American investment to Dubai.
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at DMCC, commented:
“President Trump’s recent visit to the UAE – part of the first official foreign visit of his second term – marks a new chapter in economic collaboration between the UAE and United States. With bilateral trade reaching US$34.4 billion in 2024, there is significant trade and investment momentum as well as appetite among American businesses to set up in Dubai and tap into global markets.“
DMCC continues to draw interest as a top-tier site for international firms. The district now hosts nearly 26,000 companies, with over 700 originating from the United States.
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