UAE Banking Sector Resilience Amid Regional Risks

Kapil Sharma on why the UAE banking sector is well-positioned to withstand regional risks | Aletihad

The UAE's Central Bank has reaffirmed the strength of the country's banking and financial sector, citing capital adequacy well above international requirements and total sector assets exceeding Dh5.42 trillion. Kapil Sharma, Senior Vice President of Sales at Continental International Group, points to strong capital adequacy, healthy liquidity buffers, and disciplined regulatory oversight as key factors underpinning the sector's resilience against potential regional geopolitical shocks. He also highlights the UAE's diversified economic base as a driver of more balanced lending activity compared with regional peers. With leading banks posting record profits in 2025, Sharma expects continued economic diversification and a proactive regulatory environment to support stability and performance across the sector.