ADGM Welcomes $4.4 Trillion in Asset Management to Abu Dhabi

Post by : Bianca Suleiman

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has enhanced its status as a prominent global financial center by attracting eight influential international financial institutions that collectively manage assets worth US$4.4 trillion to establish their operations within the emirate.

This significant development was showcased during ADGM's engagement at the Milken Institute Global Conference 2026 in Los Angeles, led by Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, its Chairman.

At the conference, ADGM representatives engaged with global policymakers, institutional investors, and leading asset managers to highlight Abu Dhabi's expanding role in worldwide investment landscapes and international financial collaborations.

Al Zaabi emphasized that ADGM’s outreach in the United States aligns with its broader strategy to foster strong relationships with leading global financial organizations and capital managers.

He noted that the trend of global capital gravitating towards financial hubs characterized by robust regulation, stability, and extensive connectivity is increasing. ADGM aims to establish a reliable ecosystem underpinned by clear regulations, innovative governance, and access to global opportunities.

Al Zaabi reiterated that ADGM remains the region’s rapidly growing international financial center, with the influx of firms managing nearly $4.4 trillion in global assets underscoring Abu Dhabi’s escalating importance in the global finance narrative.

In another session at the conference, Al Zaabi engaged in a fireside chat with Alan Schwartz, Executive Chairman of Guggenheim Partners, discussing themes of global financial innovation, Abu Dhabi’s economic evolution, and the trajectory of international finance.

He also pointed out that the UAE's economic resilience stems from careful long-term planning and diversification efforts, as opposed to short-lived strategies.

Al Zaabi revealed that ADGM recorded 284 new licenses in March 2026, showing a 5.2 percent increase from 270 licenses in the preceding year.

Prominent financial entities have recently declared their intent to expand into Abu Dhabi via ADGM, including Muzinich & Co., Hillhouse Investment Management, Barings, and Bain Capital.

Furthermore, Hashed Global Management Limited and Rokos Capital Management have secured financial services permissions from ADGM.

Capital Group and Man Group have also made announcements regarding plans for a presence in Abu Dhabi.

Throughout the Milken conference, ADGM conducted over 50 meetings with leading financial institutions such as Blackstone, Carlyle Global Investment Management, Coinbase, and Guggenheim.

These discussions revolved around investment possibilities, business expansions into Abu Dhabi, and ADGM's regulatory framework aligned with international standards and English Common Law.

ADGM continues to play a vital role in steering Abu Dhabi's long-term economic vision, positioning itself as a reliable and globally integrated financial center.

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