Indian-owned businesses led the registration of new companies with Dubai Chamber of Commerce in the first nine months of 2025, continuing to reflect Dubai’s position as a key hub for international investors.
India recorded 13,851 new company memberships during the period, showing a year-over-year (YoY) growth of 13.9%. Pakistan followed with 6,850 new registrations, an increase of 13.1% compared to the same period in 2024. Egypt ranked third with 3,754 new companies, marking 4.4% growth.
Bangladesh saw the highest growth rate among top countries, with a 31.1% rise and 2,190 new companies joining the chamber. The United Kingdom was fifth with 2,071 new registrations, growing 9.5%. Syria, China, Jordan, Türkiye, and the United States completed the top ten list with company additions ranging from 1,403 to 788.
New company registrations were most active in the Wholesale and Retail Trade sector, which accounted for 35.9% of new members. The Real Estate, Renting, and Business Services sector followed closely with 34.7%. The Construction sector made up 17.2% of new members, while the Social and Personal Services and Transport, Storage, and Communications sectors accounted for 7.7% and 7.6%, respectively.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
