According to a recent analysis by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, part of the Dubai Chambers group, Indian-owned businesses continue to dominate the influx of new non-UAE companies joining the chamber in the first half of 2025. During this period, 9,038 new Indian members registered, marking a 14.9% year-over-year (YoY) increase. These statistics highlight Dubai’s ongoing allure as a strategic hub for Indian investors and entrepreneurs.
Pakistan secured the second spot with 4,281 new companies registered in H1 2025, reflecting an 8.1% growth compared to the same timeframe in 2024. Egypt followed in third place with 2,540 new Egyptian companies joining, achieving an 8.3% growth rate.
Bangladeshi companies experienced the highest growth rate at 37.5%, with 1,541 new companies joining the chamber, placing Bangladesh fourth. The UK came in fifth with 1,385 new companies, demonstrating an 11.1% YoY growth.
Syria ranked sixth with 945 new companies in H1 2025. China followed in seventh with 772 new companies, showing a 3.8% YoY increase. Jordan was eighth with 688 new businesses, registering a 2.4% growth. Türkiye was ninth with 642 new companies, marking a 3.9% growth, and Canada completed the top ten with 535 new member companies.
Regarding sectoral distribution, the wholesale and retail trade sector tied with the real estate, renting, and business services sector, each representing 35% of new business activity. The construction sector came next with 17.3%, while the transport, storage, and communications sector, along with the social and personal services sector, each accounted for 7.6% of new memberships.
