Sharjah expands its production base with 361% investment rise

Sharjah’s economic momentum has yielded dramatic results in the first half of 2025, with capital investment soaring to $1.5 billion, a 361 per cent increase compared to the $325 million recorded in the same period last year, and accompanied by 74 new projects, a 57 per cent rise from the 47 projects in H1 2024.

- Khaleej Times Staff

In parallel, employment saw a notable boost with 2,578 new jobs created, marking a 45 per cent increase from 1,779 positions in H1 2024, with the majority concentrated in production and service-based sectors that support Sharjah’s strategy for sustainable growth and a skilled, high-value workforce.

This performance is widely seen as a direct indicator of strengthening investor confidence and underscores Sharjah’s effective strategy in channelling foreign investment into sustainable economic development. Senior officials have noted that the current trajectory reinforces Sharjah’s role as a competitive and reliable investment hub, while positioning its economy for long-term resilience and diversified growth.

The sharp rise in capital inflows is expected to strengthen Sharjah’s capacity to finance infrastructure, accelerate innovation, and boost GDP, while generating a multiplier effect across logistics, education, and technology. At the same time, rising employment is enhancing purchasing power and driving new investments, particularly in the SME sector.