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flag The UAE led Arab food and beverage investment, driving $22 billion in FDI, 93,000 jobs, and $430 billion in sales by 2025.

flag The UAE led the Arab region in food and beverage sector investment, according to a 2025 report by Dhaman, which analyzed data from 2003 to 2024. flag The region saw 516 foreign direct investment projects, $22 billion in capital, and 93,000 jobs, with Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Morocco, and Qatar accounting for most activity. flag The U.S. was the top foreign investor, while Swiss Nestlé led in projects and Ukrainian NIBULON in capital and jobs. flag Inter-Arab investment was strong, with the UAE leading in both projects and capital. flag Sales are projected to exceed $430 billion by 2025 and reach $560 billion by 2029, driven by demand in key markets. flag Per capita spending is expected to rise to $1,845 by 2025, with food making up 25.8% of household budgets. flag External trade reached $195 billion in 2024, with exports up 18% and imports up 14%, led by the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.

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