DUBAI: Indian-owned companies remained the largest group of new non-UAE members joining Dubai Chamber of Commerce during the first half of 2025, according to a new analysis by the chamber.
A total of 9,038 Indian businesses registered between January and June, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 14.9%.
Pakistan followed with 4,281 new companies, recording 8.1% growth compared to the same period in 2024. Egypt secured third place with 2,540 new registrations, an 8.3% rise. Bangladeshi businesses registered the highest growth rate of 37.5%, with 1,541 new companies joining the chamber, placing Bangladesh fourth on the list.
The United Kingdom came fifth with 1,385 new businesses (11.1% growth), followed by Syria with 945, China with 772 (3.8% growth), Jordan with 688 (2.4%), Türkiye with 642 (3.9%), and Canada with 535 new member companies.
In terms of sectors, Wholesale and Retail Trade and Real Estate, Renting, and Business Services led with 35% each of new memberships. Construction accounted for 17.3%, while Transport, Storage and Communications, and Social and Personal Services each represented 7.6% of new registrations.
The figures underscore Dubai’s continued appeal as a strategic hub for international investors and entrepreneurs, particularly from the Indian subcontinent.
