DMCC U.S. company registrations rise 6.5 percent to 740 entities
American business community at DMCC now represents nearly half of estimated 1,500 U.S. companies operating in the UAE.
DMCC announced on 9 November 2026 a 6.5 percent increase in U.S. company registrations over the preceding 12 months, bringing the total American business community in its district to 740 companies. The figure represents nearly half of the estimated 1,500 American businesses operating in the UAE, according to the announcement. The registration growth was announced as DMCC concluded its Made For Trade Live roadshow in Miami.
Bilateral trade figures and export data#
Bilateral goods trade between the UAE and the United States reached $39.1 billion in 2025, up 13 percent year-on-year, according to figures cited in the announcement. U.S. exports to the UAE rose 16.2 percent to $31.4 billion in the same period. The UAE remained the largest U.S. export market in the Middle East and North Africa region for the 17th consecutive year, the announcement stated. The announcement cited these figures as context for the registration growth at DMCC.
Miami roadshow and Latin America roundtable#
DMCC concluded its Made For Trade Live roadshow in Miami in partnership with the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, bringing together business leaders to explore international expansion opportunities through Dubai. The visit included a Dubai-Latin America Trade, Investment and Private Wealth Roundtable. The roadshow was held in partnership with the Consulate General of the UAE in Miami, according to the announcement. The event brought together American business leaders and industry representatives, the announcement stated.
Registration growth and business community composition#
The 6.5 percent growth in U.S. company registrations at DMCC over the 12-month period to November 2026 brought the American business count from approximately 695 companies to 740. DMCC stated in the announcement that it is home to almost half of the estimated 1,500 American businesses operating in the UAE. The announcement was made on 9 November 2026 and cited bilateral trade data for 2025. The registration increase was announced alongside the conclusion of the Miami roadshow activities.
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