UAE now ranks third globally in sovereign wealth assets, behind only the US and China

The United Arab Emirates now boasts the world's third-largest portfolio of sovereign wealth and public pension assets, totaling $2.49 trillion. This places the UAE behind only the United States and China, reflecting its proactive fiscal planning and economic diversification efforts. Key institutions like ADIA and Mubadala drive this growth, focusing on strategic sectors such as energy, technology, and clean energy.

The United Arab Emirates now holds the world’s third-largest portfolio of sovereign wealth and public pension assets, according to the Global SWF 2025 mid-year report. With a combined total of $2.49 trillion (Dh9.17 trillion) in sovereign-owned investor (SOI) assets, the UAE stands just behind the United States ($12.12 trillion) and China ($3.36 trillion). Sovereign-owned investors include both sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) and public pension funds, making this a key indicator of national investment capacity and global financial influence.
The UAE’s ranking reflects the robust performance of a wide network of government-owned investment institutions. Major contributors include:

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA)
Mubadala Investment Company
ADQ
Investment Corporation of Dubai

Other entities such as Emirates Investment Authority, Sharjah Asset Management, RAK Investment Authority, and Dubai World also play a role in growing the country’s sovereign asset base. These institutions manage diversified portfolios across strategic global sectors, including:

Energy and infrastructure
Technology and logistics
Clean energy, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology
Sustainable and future-ready industries

The UAE’s climb in the sovereign wealth rankings underscores the country’s proactive fiscal planning and economic diversification efforts. As the nation continues its move toward a post-oil economy, sovereign wealth funds are playing a central role by:

Increasing global capital market participation
Securing strategic investment partnerships
Expanding influence in emerging and sustainable sectors

Following the UAE, the report lists:

Japan – $2.22 trillion
Norway – $1.9 trillion
Canada – $1.86 trillion
Singapore – $1.59 trillion
Australia – $1.53 trillion
Saudi Arabia – $1.53 trillion
South Korea – $1.17 trillion

With its forward-looking investment strategy, the UAE is expected to remain a leading player in global investment trends and capital flow shaping for years to come.

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