investment

Attracting foreign investment is only the first step. As competition for global capital intensifies, the UAE's long-term advantage may lie in its ability to foster the relationships and sense of belonging that encourage companies to stay, grow, and reinvest.

The report also showed gross fixed capital formation increased 5.1% compared with the same period last year.

With the company’s first earnings report expected in August and several significant lock-up expirations approaching, the coming months are likely to play a key role in shaping investor sentiment and establishing a clearer picture of the company’s public market valuation.

Karim Awad, Group CEO of EFG Holding, said geopolitical tensions affected the region during the latter part of the quarter but the group remains focused on “disciplined execution, prudent risk management, and sustaining growth.”