United Arab Emirates

Global M&A Advisory Firm specialized in buy side and sell side M&A in the middle-market

ONEtoONE UAE is part of a leading investment banking group with a presence in over 90 cities across five continents. Our extensive global network of partners allows us access to a wide range of market insights, buyers, and investment opportunities.

Our UAE office is located in Dubai, strategically positioned at the heart of the Middle East. Our team executes mandates across the region with a strong international outlook. We proudly serve entrepreneurs, multinational corporations, private equity firms, and family offices engaged in selling, financing, or acquiring businesses globally. With extensive international experience and over a thousand successfully completed transactions, we excel in delivering creative and diligent cross-border solutions across diverse industries.

Offices

13139247

Dubai

224187039

Dubai

Team

Sectors

At ONEtoONE Corporate Finance, we have extensive experience advising clients across a wide range of industries and sectors. Our sectoral expertise allows us to understand the specific challenges, market dynamics, and strategic opportunities of each industry, enabling us to deliver tailored advice that maximises value for our clients. Whether advising entrepreneurs, corporates, or financial investors, our in-depth knowledge of sector-specific trends and drivers ensures we provide insightful, data-driven guidance throughout the entire M&A process—from preparation to closing.

Healthcare
& Life Sciences

Consumer Goods
& Retail

Energy, Mining
& Utilities

Financial Services

Industrials &
Manufacturing

TMT (Telecommu-
nications & Media
& Tecnology)

Agriculture &
Food

Transportation &
Logistics

Education &
EdTech

Tourism
& Leisure

Economic Outlook

The UAE is one of the most dynamic economies in the Middle East, ranked as the 5th largest economy in the region with a GDP of over $500 billion and a population of approximately 10 million. Known for its strategic geographic location, the UAE has established itself as a global trade and investment hub. Since the early 2000s, the country has maintained a low debt-to-GDP ratio and robust economic growth, driven by diversification efforts beyond oil and gas.

The UAE’s economic structure is primarily supported by services and industries, with the services sector accounting for over 70% of total GDP and employing a majority of the workforce. Dubai, as the country’s financial and business epicenter, plays a critical role in the economy with its world-class infrastructure, free trade zones, and thriving sectors such as finance, tourism, logistics, and real estate. The industrial sector, including construction and manufacturing, contributes significantly to the UAE’s economy, particularly in producing high-quality goods and materials.

Dubai’s strategic location and diverse economic portfolio make it a leading global destination for entrepreneurs, multinational corporations, and investors seeking opportunities in a wide range of industries.

Market Access Opportunity

The UAE’s M&A market is highly active and competitive, driven by both domestic and cross-border transactions in private and public sectors.

The most attractive sectors for transactions include technology, media and telecommunications (TMT), which led M&A activity in 2021 with deals worth approximately $77 billion.

In addition, foreign direct investment (FDI) has been a key driver, with the UAE attracting $30.688 billion in 2023, an increase of 34.97% over the previous year, positioning it as the world’s second largest recipient of FDI.

This trend reflects the UAE’s reputation as a hub for world-class products and services, attracting international investors.

Main Services

Sell-side Advsory

Buy-side Advsory

Fund Raising

Strategic Advisory