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UAE franchise sector generates $27.2bn revenue a

year

Emirates Franchise Association leads event spotlighting franchising as key
driver of entrepreneurship and sustainable economic growth in the UAE

By Staff Writer Wed 11 Jun 2025

Emirates Franchise Association leads event spotlighting franchising as key driver of
entrepreneurship and sustainable economic growth in the UAE

The UAE’s franchise industry has become a significant contributor to the national
economy, with annual revenues exceeding AED100bn ($27.2bn) and an annual growth

rate of 15 per cent.

Regionally, the MENA market is valued at more than AED120bn ($32.7bn), while globally

the sector generates more than AED6tn ($1.63tn) and supports over 19m jobs through 2m
franchisees.

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