DWS Establishes Abu Dhabi Office to Drive Growth and Investment Solutions Across the Middle East

DWS Establishes Abu Dhabi Office to Drive Growth and Investment Solutions Across the Middle East

(IN BRIEF) DWS has opened a new regional office in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) after receiving a Financial Services Permission from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority, allowing it to operate as a Category 4 regulated firm. With over EUR 1 trillion in assets under management, DWS’s expansion underscores its strategy to grow in the Middle East under ADGM’s progressive regulatory framework, supported by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office. CEO Stefan Hoops emphasized the region’s importance as a strategic growth market. Joe Kiwan will lead the new branch as Senior Executive Officer while continuing as Head of Coverage for the Middle East & Africa. ADGM’s Arvind Ramamurthy and ADIO’s Khalifa Al Mahmoud praised the move as a significant step in strengthening Abu Dhabi’s status as a global financial hub.

(PRESS RELEASE) FRANKFURT, 27-Dec-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — DWS has expanded its international footprint with the establishment of a new regional office in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), after securing a Financial Services Permission (FSP) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) to operate as a Category 4 regulated firm. This development marks a key milestone in the company’s long-term strategy to strengthen its presence in the Middle East and provide comprehensive investment solutions to clients across the region.

With over EUR 1 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2025, DWS’ entry into ADGM reflects its confidence in Abu Dhabi’s robust financial ecosystem and the region’s growing role as a hub for innovation, finance, and cross-border investment. The new office was established under ADGM’s progressive regulatory environment, with support from the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), underscoring the emirate’s commitment to attracting global financial institutions.

Stefan Hoops, CEO of DWS, commented: “The Middle East represents a strategic growth market for DWS. Establishing a presence in ADGM allows us to leverage our position as a global gateway, connecting clients and opportunities across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond in a region that is both forward-looking and highly sophisticated.”

To lead the new operation, Joe Kiwan will relocate from Paris to Abu Dhabi to serve as Senior Executive Officer of the DWS ADGM branch. In addition to his new responsibilities, he will continue as Head of Coverage for the Middle East & Africa, overseeing regional strategy, client engagement, and strategic partnerships.

Arvind Ramamurthy, Chief Market Development Officer at ADGM, welcomed the expansion, saying: “We congratulate DWS, one of the world’s leading asset managers, on receiving their FSP from the FSRA of ADGM. This step highlights both DWS’s ambition and the strength of ADGM’s progressive and internationally recognized regulatory framework. ADGM provides asset managers access to a thriving global ecosystem and investor base, fostering sustainable growth and innovation.”

Khalifa Al Mahmoud, Acting Director – Investor Attraction at ADIO, added: “The establishment of DWS’s first presence in the MENA region reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading centre of capital and connectivity. We are proud to have supported DWS in its successful entry into the region, consistent with our mission to promote the growth of world-class financial institutions within Abu Dhabi’s vibrant financial landscape.”

The launch of DWS’s ADGM office strengthens the firm’s ability to serve clients in one of the world’s fastest-growing financial markets, while contributing to Abu Dhabi’s ongoing diversification and development as a global asset management hub.

About DWS Group

DWS Group (DWS), with EUR 1,010bn of total assets under management (as of 30 June 2025), is a leading European asset manager with global reach. With approximately 4,800 employees in offices around the world, DWS offers individuals, institutions and large corporations access to comprehensive investment solutions and bespoke portfolios across the full spectrum of investment disciplines. Its diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternative asset management enables DWS to deliver targeted solutions for clients across all major liquid and illiquid asset classes. www.dws.com

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