Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Ministry of Finance announced that Moody’s Investors Service has maintained the UAE’s sovereign credit rating at “Aa2” with a stable outlook.
This follows a periodic review conducted on March 30, 2026,
and underscores continued global confidence in the strength of the UAE economy.
Factors supporting creditworthiness
Moody’s explained that the rating affirmation is based on a number of key factors.
These include high per capita income, strong institutional frameworks,
and effective economic policies that support diversification and enhance competitiveness.
Additionally, the low level of federal government debt and substantial
financial reserves also contribute to the positive outlook.
Government confirmation of the strength of the economy
For his part, Minister of State for Financial Affairs Mohammed bin Hadi Al-Husseini affirmed
that maintaining Moody’s rating reflects the efficiency of governance and the effectiveness of fiscal policies.
He also noted that the country has a strong track record of achieving balanced budgets.
This enhances its ability to address regional and global challenges.
Stable outlook
He noted that the stable outlook reflects the UAE’s strong creditworthiness,
underpinned by prudent fiscal management and robust reserves.
This ensures continued economic stability and sustainable growth.
He also pointed out that Moody’s rating reinforces investor confidence in the country’s economic environment.
It further underscores its position as a resilient and reliable global financial center,
as efforts to diversify non-oil revenues and develop economic policies continue.
