Measures the total outstanding credit provided by the UAE banking system to private businesses and individuals. It is a vital indicator of domestic demand, investment activity, and the overall health of the non-oil economy. Growth in private sector lending typically correlates with GDP expansion and business sentiment.
Data is compiled by the Central Bank of the UAE from monthly returns submitted by all licensed commercial banks operating in the country.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | 3.00 | 2.90 | +0.10 |
| Jan 2, 2026 | 2.90 | 2.80 | +0.10 |
| Nov 27, 2025 | 2.80 | 2.60 | +0.20 |
| Oct 27, 2025 | 2.60 | 2.60 | 0.00 |
| Sep 25, 2025 | 2.50 | 2.30 | +0.20 |
| Aug 28, 2025 | 2.40 | 2.40 | 0.00 |
| Jul 25, 2025 | 2.20 | 1.90 | +0.30 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | 2.00 | 2.00 | 0.00 |
| May 30, 2025 | 1.90 | 1.80 | +0.10 |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 1.70 | 1.60 | +0.10 |
| Mar 27, 2025 | 1.50 | 1.40 | +0.10 |
| Feb 27, 2025 | 1.30 | 1.20 | +0.10 |
| Jan 29, 2025 | 1.10 | 1.00 | +0.10 |
| Jan 2, 2025 | 0.90 | 0.90 | 0.00 |
| Nov 28, 2024 | 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.00 |
| Oct 25, 2024 | 0.70 | 0.80 | -0.10 |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 0.60 | 0.60 | 0.00 |
