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Macroeconomic Dashboard
This dataset aggregates official releases from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC), and the Ministry of Economy. Data is valid as of Q4 2023.
GDP & Growth
The UAE's economic diversification strategy (We The UAE 2031) has resulted in non-oil sectors contributing over 73% to the national GDP. The CBUAE projects overall real GDP growth of 3.1% for 2023, accelerating to 5.7% in 2024.
Key Indicators Matrix
| Indicator | Latest Figure | Period/Source |
|---|---|---|
| Real GDP Growth | 3.1% | 2023 Estimate (CBUAE) |
| Non-Oil GDP Growth | 5.9% | H1 2023 (FCSC) |
| Inflation (CPI) | 3.1% | 2023 Average (CBUAE) |
| Foreign Direct Investment | $22.73 Billion | 2022 (UNCTAD) |
| Population | 9.28 Million | 2023 (FCSC) |
| Base Interest Rate | 5.40% | Q4 2023 (CBUAE) |
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
The UAE ranked 16th globally in FDI inflows in 2022, securing $22.73 billion, an increase of 10% from the previous year. This was largely driven by changes to the Commercial Companies Law allowing 100% foreign ownership of mainland companies, and the introduction of long-term residency visas.
Read the full FDI analysis →