Indian-owned businesses continued to dominate new company registrations with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce in the first half of 2025, according to a new report issued by the chamber.
The data highlights Dubai’s strong appeal among international investors, with Indian entrepreneurs leading the growth in non-UAE business activity.
India tops new registrations
Between January and June 2025, 9,038 new Indian companies joined the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, marking a 14.9% year-over-year (YoY) increase. This makes India the largest contributor of new non-UAE businesses during the period.
Pakistan ranks second
Pakistan ranked second with 4,281 new companies, an 8.1% YoY growth, followed by Egypt with 2,540 companies, recording 8.3% growth.
Bangladesh sees fastest growth
While India led in total numbers, Bangladeshi companies posted the highest growth rate, expanding by 37.5% YoY. A total of 1,541 Bangladeshi firms joined in H1 2025, placing the country fourth.
The United Kingdom followed with 1,385 new companies, up 11.1% YoY.
Other countries in the top 10 include:
Syria: 945 companies
China: 772 companies (3.8% growth)
Jordan: 688 companies (2.4% growth)
Türkiye: 642 companies (3.9% growth)
Canada: 535 companies
The Wholesale and Retail Trade sector and Real Estate, Renting, and Business Services were the most popular among new companies, each accounting for 35% of total new memberships.
The Construction sector followed with 17.3%, while Transport, Storage and Communications, and Social and Personal Services each represented 7.6%.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
