Dubai's Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has crossed a landmark milestone, surpassing 26,000 member companies as it continues to expand its global business ecosystem. Its 2025 annual results also confirm that technology has now become the free zone's largest sector, with over 4,000 companies operating in this space — overtaking traditional commodities for the first time.
Technology Sector Leads Growth at DMCC
The rise of technology companies marks a significant shift inside DMCC. With more than 4,000 firms, tech has overtaken all other industries to become the dominant sector within the free zone.
This growth reflects Dubai's increasing focus on innovation, digital assets, and emerging technologies. DMCC's dedicated centres for crypto, artificial intelligence, and gaming now collectively host over 1,000 companies, showing strong momentum in future-focused industries.
Over 2,300 New Companies Joined in 2025
DMCC added more than 2,300 new businesses in 2025 alone, pushing its total membership beyond 26,000 companies.
Demand came from key global markets including India, the United Kingdom, and Türkiye. Year-on-year growth was led by the United States at 59%, China at 56%, and both Germany and Switzerland at 41%.
This steady increase highlights Dubai's continued appeal as a global hub for trade, finance, and business expansion.
Strong Growth Across Multiple Sectors
While technology leads, other sectors continue to expand within DMCC. The free zone is now home to over 3,600 energy companies and nearly 2,000 firms in private capital and finance.
The organisation has also introduced new platforms — DMCC FinX and the DMCC Wealth Hub — to support businesses in finance, innovation, and intellectual property.
Partnerships with the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), as well as Kraken and Crypto.com, have further strengthened the growth of the digital asset ecosystem.
Trade, Commodities and Innovation Continue to Expand
DMCC's performance also reflects robust activity in commodities and trade:
- Over 296,000 Islamic finance transactions were recorded through DMCC Tradeflow, with a combined value exceeding AED 1.32 trillion. - The Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange handled more than 2 million contracts, reaching a notional value of $46.9 billion. - The DMCC Coffee Centre processed over 8,200 metric tonnes of coffee, while the Tea Centre handled more than 15,000 metric tonnes.
The Dubai Diamond Exchange hosted over 100 tenders and auctions, reinforcing Dubai's position as a leading global hub for diamond trade.
New Projects and Expansion Plans for 2026
Looking ahead, DMCC continues to invest in infrastructure and innovation. Construction has already started on new commercial towers — Uptown Place One and Two — adding over 62,000 square metres of combined office and retail space.
The free zone has also launched the DMCC Luxury Innovation Centre, along with specialised hubs for sectors including saffron, honey, and advanced technologies.
Why This Matters
DMCC's growth shows how Dubai is cementing its position as a global business hub. With technology now leading the ecosystem, the shift highlights where future growth is heading.
The combination of trade, finance, and innovation under one platform is helping companies scale faster while attracting international businesses to the UAE. With over 26,000 companies and expanding sector diversity, DMCC continues to shape Dubai's global business landscape.
