The number of American companies operating in the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has risen by 6.5 per cent over the past 12 months to 740, reflecting growing business ties between the UAE and the United States.

DMCC now hosts almost half of the estimated 1,500 American companies operating in the UAE, strengthening Dubai's position as a hub for US businesses expanding into markets across the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

The growth comes as bilateral goods trade between the UAE and the US reached a record $39.1 billion in 2025, up 13 per cent on the previous year. US exports to the UAE rose 16.2 per cent to $31.4 billion, keeping the UAE as America's largest export market in the Middle East and North Africa for the 17th consecutive year.

The figures were announced as DMCC concluded its latest Made For Trade Live roadshow in Miami, organised with the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce.

"The economic partnership between the UAE and the United States continues to deepen, with bilateral goods trade reaching a record USD 39.1 billion in 2025," said Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of DMCC.

During the visit, DMCC also hosted a Dubai-Latin America Trade, Investment and Private Wealth Roundtable with the UAE Consulate General in Miami. DMCC's American community spans technology, professional services, precious metals and stones, energy, media and marketing, as well as crypto and Web3.

(Source: Khaleej Times)