Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2026: 35,000 Participants Expected
Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) will return for its fifth edition from December 7-10, 2026, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. Hosted by Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the event will bring together investors, financial institutions, policymakers, and business leaders to discuss the future of finance, capital allocation, and economic growth. Local investors and financial institutions are expected to play a significant role in the event, with over 35,000 participants and 800 speakers attending more than 70 events across four days.
The event will be held under the theme “The Capital Community, Powered by Partnerships” and will focus on topics including tokenization, private markets, artificial intelligence (AI), trade and energy, real estate, and infrastructure. This year’s discussions will examine how partnerships can help mobilize capital and support long-term economic growth. The event will once again take place on Al Maryah Island, with an expanded venue to accommodate growing demand.
The Abu Dhabi Finance Week has previously brought together global leaders, market experts, policymakers, and investors from over 100 countries to drive impactful dialogue and collaboration. This year’s event is expected to build on this success, with a strong focus on the role of partnerships in driving economic growth.
The event is part of Abu Dhabi’s efforts to target a bigger role in global finance, with the UAE capital aiming to become a major hub for financial activity. The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has been instrumental in driving this effort, with the ADFW being a key part of its strategy.
Regarding previous finance events in the UAE, the Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2026 is expected to build on the success of previous editions, with a strong focus on innovation, partnerships, and economic growth.
