The Journal

Dubai and Abu Dhabi are global hubs for trade, capital and talent. With a strategic location, stable economy and internationally respected regulators like DIFC and ADGM, the UAE has become a natural base for many of the world’s biggest banking institutions, including several from the US. While retail options are limited (you won’t find a Chase branch on Sheikh Zayed Road or a Wells Fargo kiosk in Dubai Mall, for instance), there are a number of American banks in the UAE that make banking across the Atlantic easier. Whether you're an American living in the Emirates or simply looking for exposure to US investment tools, here’s what you need to know.