Central Bank of the UAE Assets Exceed 1.058 Trillion Dirhams by the End of Q1

The Central Bank of the UAE has reported a significant financial performance, with its assets growing by 10.1% year-on-year, reaching a cumulative total of over AED 1.068 trillion by the end of March 2026. This is an increase from AED 970 billion during the same period the previous year.

The Central Bank stated that the rising assets and foreign reserves clearly indicate the strength of the nation’s monetary policy and the resilience of the financial system in the face of global market fluctuations. This robust performance aligns well with the sustainable growth of banking sector assets and deposits, creating a conducive financial environment that enhances banks’ ability to finance strategic national projects and provide sufficient liquidity for sustainable investments.

The Central Bank emphasized that these strong results send a message of confidence, reaffirming the readiness of the banking sector to continue its essential role as a driver of economic growth and to establish long-term financial stability that meets the UAE’s aspirations for a prosperous future.

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