The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates released a public statement from Governor Khaled Mohamed Balama describing the UAE banking and financial sector as resilient and stable amid regional developments, with banks, financial institutions and insurers operating normally and delivering services without disruption nationwide. The update also confirmed that banking systems, payment systems and national financial infrastructure are operating efficiently and securely. Supporting this assessment, the central bank cited a capital adequacy ratio of 17% and a liquidity coverage ratio above 146.6%, and reported total sector assets exceeding AED 5.42 trillion. It also pointed to firms’ risk management and business continuity frameworks, ongoing coordination with relevant authorities and financial institutions to monitor developments, and a supervisory approach that includes regular assessments and stress-testing, supported by a framework of prudential and monetary policy tools. The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates indicated it will continue monitoring financial stability and liquidity indicators and maintain operational readiness to help ensure uninterrupted provision of banking and financial services.
Central Bank of the UAE 2026-03-05
Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates reports strong capital and liquidity as it reassures on uninterrupted banking and payment services
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates affirmed the resilience and stability of the UAE banking and financial sector, citing a capital adequacy ratio of 17% and a liquidity coverage ratio above 146.6%. Total sector assets exceed AED 5.42 trillion, with effective risk management and business continuity frameworks in place. The central bank will continue monitoring financial stability and liquidity indicators to ensure uninterrupted services.