Sharjah’s Economic Growth Accelerates with Record Investments
Sharjah, September 18, 2025 – Sharjah has once again proven its strength as one of the UAE’s most competitive and attractive destinations for global investors. Following its recognition as the UAE’s fastest-growing emirate for foreign direct investment (FDI) earlier this year, Sharjah has released new performance figures that highlight a remarkable surge in investment, projects, and job creation during the first half of 2025.
🚀 Key Highlights (H1 2025)
- Capital Investments: $1.5 billion (361% growth from $325 million in H1 2024)
- New Projects: 74 projects launched (57% increase)
- Job Creation: 2,578 new jobs (45% growth from last year)
These results demonstrate not only rising investor confidence but also the success of Sharjah’s strategy to channel capital into high-value, sustainable industries.
🌍 Strengthening the Economic Base
The majority of new investments have been directed into:
- Consumer Products – 53% rise in projects, 188% growth in investment.
- Food & Beverage – 112% increase in projects, positioning Sharjah as a regional hub for food security.
- Business Services – 500% surge in capital inflows and a 1100% rise in jobs.
- Industrial Equipment – 100% increase in projects and 45% growth in capital spend.
This momentum is reinforcing Sharjah’s industrial capacity, boosting innovation, and strengthening the emirate’s global competitiveness.
🗣️ Leadership Voices
- Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman, Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI):
“These exceptional results confirm Sharjah’s status as a safe and attractive investment destination, thanks to the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi.” - Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, CEO, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq):
“This is more than numbers—it means stronger industries, sustainable jobs, and greater value for our communities.” - Hamad Ali Abdalla Al Mahmoud, Chairman, Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD):
“Sharjah’s business sectors are achieving sustainable growth leaps, in line with our leadership’s vision for excellence.”
🔮 Looking Ahead
The sharp rise in FDI is expected to:
- Strengthen Sharjah’s infrastructure financing.
- Accelerate innovation and GDP growth.
- Expand opportunities for SMEs and local talent.
- Enhance the emirate’s role as a model of balanced, sustainable progress.
With a diversified pipeline and a human-centred approach to development, Sharjah continues to position itself as a reliable partner for investors and a beacon of economic resilience in the region.
✨ Sharjah’s growth story is not just about numbers—it’s about building a future of opportunities, resilience, and sustainable prosperity.
