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ADGM Marks 10 Years of Unrivalled Growth and Innovation as the Region's Leading Financial Centre
Growth over the past three years has been especially rapid, with the number of financial firms rising from one of the fastest-growing financial hubs in the MEASA region. ADGM achieved its in just .
Established with the ambition of transforming Abu Dhabi into a global hub for business and finance, ADGM has successfully navigated early challenges, to emerge as a resilient and future-ready IFC. In recent years, the centre has entered a period of accelerated growth, becoming .
From 2015 through to the end of 2024, Assets Under Management (AUM) within ADGM have demonstrated a remarkable .
This performance has been supported by exponential growth in fund activity, where both metrics, achieved strong over the same period. Meanwhile, have grown at a robust , and have expanded by .
Commenting on this significant milestone, said,
Recent figures for H1 2025 demonstrate ADGM's sustained momentum across critical metrics, including a 42% year-on-year increase in AUM and a total of 154 fund and asset managers overseeing 209 funds. Meanwhile, the number of active licences in ADGM reached 11,128 - the highest in the region - while operational entities rose 42% to 2,972.
ADGM's robust regulatory framework, the first and only jurisdiction in the region to , has become a benchmark of trust and transparency for international investors. Since its inception, the had climbed at an by the end of 2024. ADGM's strong ties with Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth funds, holding a combined , made it a compelling destination for global asset managers.
ADGM has welcomed some of the world's most prestigious financial institutions, including, . In 2025,
ADGM has evolved into one of the world's largest financial districts, spanning 14.3 million square metres across both Al Maryah Island and Al Reem Island .
The expansion to Al Reem Island increased ADGM's jurisdiction tenfold, enabling it to meet rising demand from international firms seeking a strategic base in the region.
ADGM has played a pivotal role in building human capital that drives innovation, inclusion, and resilience.
The workforce across ADGM has grown at an AAGR of until the end of 2024. With the completion of its expansion to Al Reem Island , ADGM's jurisdiction now covers Al Maryah Island and Al Reem Island , with more than contributing to the centre's vibrant and diversified ecosystem.
This reflects Abu Dhabi's appeal as a place where individuals can live, work, and thrive within the world's safest and most liveable city.
ADGM has established itself as a regional leader in regulatory innovation, building a future-ready legal environment that instils global investor confidence.
From introducing frameworks and guidance on the Virtual Assets, DLT Foundations, Fiat-Referenced Tokenisation (FRT) and Real Property to Capital Markets, Alternative Investment Funds, Private Credit, Sustainable Finance and ESG, ADGM has been instrumental in pioneering progressive regulations, rooted in global best practices.
Initiatives such as the RegLab, Fintech and Digital Sandbox, efforts in Anti-money Laundering (AML), Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) and chairing the UAE Sustainable Finance Working Group (SFWG) have strengthened market integrity within ADGM's ecosystem.
Going forward, ADGM will continue to set new benchmarks for innovation and resilience in areas from regulation and digital assets to AI, green finance, and family office services. The next decade will build on this foundation, with a renewed commitment to global standards, inclusive growth, and future-readiness, guided by the UAE's visionary leadership. ADGM also plans to lead in regulation and innovation and redefine what an IFC can be – a global gateway, a platform for change, and a magnet for next-generation financial talent.
Looking ahead, ADGM is seeking to position itself as one of the top 5 international financial centres, on par with New York , London , and Singapore . As part of this journey, ADGM is expanding its global footprint with a series of international roadshows in collaboration with other key Abu Dhabi entities.
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