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DIFC Sees 25% Growth, 1,081 New Firms in 2025

7/29/2025

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) achieved a record first half in 2025, adding 1,081 new firms and reaching 7,700 total registered companies, a 25% increase from 2024.
The workforce expanded to 47,901, marking a 9% growth, with FinTech and innovation firms rising by 28% to 1,388.
DIFC introduced new regulations to improve investment options and will host the Global Privacy Assembly in 2026.

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Story summary

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) achieved a record first half in 2025, adding 1,081 new firms and reaching 7,700 total registered companies, a 25% increase from 2024.
The workforce expanded to 47,901, marking a 9% growth, with FinTech and innovation firms rising by 28% to 1,388.
DIFC introduced new regulations to improve investment options and will host the Global Privacy Assembly in 2026.