Abu Dhabi’s economy grows by 7.7% and non-oil sectors rise by 7.6% during the third quarter of 2025

Abu Dhabi, February 9, 2025 – The Statistics Center – Abu Dhabi announced that the gross domestic product (GDP) of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi achieved a growth of 7.7% during the third quarter (July to September) of 2025, compared to the same period last year, recording its highest quarterly value ever of 325.7 billion dirhams.

The non-oil economy also recorded a growth of 7.6%, which reflects the continued positive performance of various economic activities and supports the path of economic diversification in the emirate.

According to preliminary estimates, the contribution of non-oil activities reached 54% of the gross domestic product during the third quarter of 2025, reaching 175.6 billion dirhams, a clear indication of the growing role of non-oil sectors in supporting overall economic growth.

During the first nine months (January to September) of 2025, the gross domestic product recorded a growth of 5%, while the non-oil economy achieved a growth of 6.8%, which reflects the stability of economic performance and the continued achievement of balanced growth in light of global economic developments.

His Excellency Ahmed Jassim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Department of Economic Development – Abu Dhabi, said that the performance of the gross domestic product reflects the strength of the “falcon economy”, which establishes flexibility, diversification and value creation in the long term, while our success in achieving growth over 18 consecutive quarters, supported by the strong performance of the non-oil sectors, demonstrates the depth and strength of economic diversification and the efficiency and effectiveness of policies and legislation in dealing with accelerating trends and changes.

His Excellency added that, based on the solid foundations of the economy and a business environment characterized by global competitiveness, Abu Dhabi continues to attract capital, talent, and companies that seek to work in an environment characterized by trust and enabling expansion. We affirm our commitment to accelerating growth and economic diversification, and aligning policies and legislative frameworks with the requirements of capital and talent to transform Abu Dhabi’s ambitious vision into tangible economic results that contribute to providing a better life for our society and support the growth of partners around the world.

For his part, His Excellency Abdullah Gharib Al Qamzi, Director General of the Statistics Center – Abu Dhabi, said that the performance of the gross domestic product of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi reflects its continued ability to attract investments and support growth through major economic activities, indicating that the volume of foreign investment, which amounted to 1,075.8 billion dirhams, confirms the level of confidence in the economic environment of the emirate, and its role in expanding production capacity, enhancing non-oil activities, and supporting the overall economy, in a way that enhances Abu Dhabi’s position as a competitive economy that enjoys With flexibility.

He added that, in this context, the Statistics Center – Abu Dhabi continues its commitment to providing accurate, timely and high-quality statistical data that reflects economic and investment developments, pointing out that by providing reliable indicators on trends in gross domestic product and investment movement, the Center supports decision-makers and stakeholders in assessing economic performance, enhancing flexibility, and advancing the emirate’s sustainable development goals.

The construction sector recorded a growth of 13.9% during the third quarter of 2025, with a contribution of 9.4% to the GDP, and an added value of 30.5 billion dirhams.

This performance reflects continued momentum in infrastructure and development projects, supported by the pace of project implementation and increased private sector participation.

Transport and warehousing activities achieved a growth of 13.8% during the same period, with an added value of 8.2 billion dirhams, supported by increased freight volumes, container handling and port revenues.

This growth coincides with the expansion of logistics and transportation infrastructure, including long-term agreements at Khalifa Port, advances in self-driving transportation services, as well as hosting the Global Rail, Transport and Infrastructure Exhibition and Conference “Global Rail 2025” in Abu Dhabi.

Real estate activities recorded a growth of 13.1% during the third quarter, with a contribution of 3.7% to the gross domestic product, with an added value of 12.1 billion dirhams, driven by the continued demand for residential, commercial and mixed-use projects, urban expansion and development plans in various regions of the emirate.

The financial and insurance activities sector grew by 8.5%, with a contribution of 6.5% to the GDP, and an added value of 21.3 billion dirhams.

This performance reflects the continued development of the financial system in Abu Dhabi, supported by the increase in banking activity and the growing presence of international institutions.

Manufacturing industries activities constitute one of the basic pillars of the non-oil economy, as they achieved an added value of 30.5 billion dirhams during the third quarter of 2025, with a contribution of 9.4% to the gross domestic product, and recorded a growth of 2.4%, supported by continued industrial expansion, integration of supply chains, and initiatives aimed at strengthening local manufacturing capabilities and value chains within the country.

Electricity, gas and water activities made significant contributions to the economy during the third quarter of 2025, as the added value of these activities amounted to 6.2 billion dirhams, bringing their contribution to 1.9% of Abu Dhabi’s GDP, with a growth rate of 16.2% recorded compared to the same period in 2024.

This performance reflects continued investment in infrastructure for the energy and utility sectors to support economic activity and population growth.

Completing the first year of full operation of the Barakah nuclear power plants contributed to enhancing the reliability of energy supplies and supporting industrial and commercial activities in the emirate.

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