Established Since: 2004
CEO: Arif Amiri
Since its launch, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has grown into a key financial area linking markets in the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, and beyond. The DIFC developer has seen strong growth, with revenue reaching AED 1.78 billion in 2024, up 37%, and operating profit rising by 55%. In the first half of 2025 alone, around 1,080 new companies were registered, marking a 32% increase, bringing the total to about 7,700 active firms. The district also saw a 72% rise in hedge fund firms and now has around 440 wealth and asset management companies.
The DIFC district development supports businesses with legal and business systems, helping finance, fintech, and sustainability grow. The centre is also home to more than 1,388 fintech and tech companies as of H1 2025, showing a 28% increase year-on-year. Through initiatives like DIFC Academy and the sustainability education programme, the area supports future development in line with Dubai’s wider goals. DIFC real estate continues to expand with new DIFC projects, offering various DIFC investment opportunities in residential, office, and mixed-use spaces across Dubai International Financial Centre properties.