Dubai’s GDP surges 4.7% to reach AED122 billion in Q2 2025

Dubai’s economy continued to maintain its strong upward momentum in the first half of 2025, surpassing projections and consolidating its position as a one of the world’s most vibrant and competitive urban economies.

The emirate’s GDP grew 4.4 percent to reach AED241 billion in the first half of the year. In the second quarter alone, Dubai’s GDP climbed 4.7 per cent to AED122 billion.

The high performance was driven by exceptional results across key sectors that continue to underpin Dubai’s sustainable growth and economic resilience.

The human health and social work activities sector recorded the highest growth, expanding 20 per cent and contributing 1.4 per cent to overall GDP growth. The construction sector also maintained strong momentum, growing 8.5 per cent and contributing 6.7 per cent to Dubai’s GDP in H1 2025.

The construction sector maintained a remarkable growth, with a value added of AED16 billion in H1 2025, contributing 6.7 per cent to GDP and recording 8.5 per cent growth year-on-year. In Q2, the sector grew by 14.9 per cent, contributing 6.2 per cent to GDP supported by increased government spending on development projects that boosted economic activity.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, said, “Dubai’s economic performance reflects the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, whose leadership has created a unique model of sustainable growth defined by innovation, excellence and global competitiveness. This vision continues to create new opportunities for investment, enterprise, and talent, underpinned by long-term planning and forward-looking policies.”