ADGM recorded a 57% increase in assets under management in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting growing demand from global and regional asset management firms establishing operations in Abu Dhabi.

The financial centre reported that asset managers setting up in ADGM during the quarter represent over US$4.4 trillion in global assets.

The total number of funds managed out of the jurisdiction reached 263, marking a 43% increase from the same period last year.

ADGM saw total active licenses reach 13,353, with 961 new licenses issued in the first three months of the year.

The number of operational entities grew by 34% to reach 3,741 compared to the first quarter of 2025.

Within the financial services sector, the number of regulated entities rose by 30% to 365.

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) issued 22 in-principle approvals and 29 new financial services permissions during the quarter.

“Surpassing 13,000 active licenses and recording 57% growth in assets under management marks another major milestone in ADGM’s growth trajectory,”

said Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM.

He noted that investor confidence remains strong, adding,

“Capital continues to flow, global firms continue to expand, and talent continues to relocate to Abu Dhabi.”

Global asset managers and financial institutions including Capital Group, Man Group, Barings, and Bain Capital were among the firms announcing new operations in the centre.

ADGM also noted expansion in alternative investments and digital assets, with firms like Hashed and Rokos Capital Management establishing a presence.

To support the growing business ecosystem, ADGM opened a new service centre at The Galleria Al Maryah Island in February to engage directly with businesses and residents.

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