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2015 Article IV Consultation: United Arab Emirates Summary

Core Content

The IMF Country Report No. 15/219 outlines the 2015 Article IV consultation with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), focusing on economic developments, fiscal and external balances, monetary and financial stability, and structural reforms. The report was finalized on July 13, 2015, following discussions with UAE officials from May 24 to June 4, 2015. The Executive Board endorsed the staff appraisal on July 29, 2015, without a meeting.

Main Economic Developments

Non-oil growth remained robust at 4.8% in 2014, driven by construction (especially in Abu Dhabi) and services (particularly Dubai's transportation and hospitality sectors).
Real estate prices declined since mid-2014, but rent increases contributed significantly to inflation, which reached 4.3% year-on-year in May 2015.
Inflation rose due to tariff adjustments in Abu Dhabi and rising costs of education and other services.
Credit to the private sector increased, with 11.5% growth in 2014 and 3% by April 2015.
Banking sector remained resilient, well capitalized, and liquid, with NPLs declining post-crisis.

Economic Outlook and Risks

Lower oil prices are expected to moderate economic growth in 2015, with non-oil growth projected to slow to 3.4%.
Non-oil growth is expected to rebound to 4.6% by 2020, supported by megaprojects and private investment ahead of Expo 2020.
Oil production growth is likely to moderate due to global supply glut.
Inflation is projected to increase to 3.8% in 2015.
Fiscal balance is expected to turn negative for the first time since 2009, recording a 2.9% deficit of GDP in 2015, but returning to surpluses in 2016.
Current account surplus is expected to decline to 5% of GDP in 2015, but gradually recover as oil prices stabilize.
Macroe-financial stability risks have increased due to lower oil prices, appreciating REER, and tightening of financial conditions.

Key Policy Recommendations

A. Fiscal Policy

Gradual fiscal consolidation is needed to ensure long-term sustainability and intergenerational equity.
Spending rationalization is required, but quality of spending cuts must be maintained to avoid damaging competitiveness.
Non-hydrocarbon revenues should be increased through new tax measures.
Annual budget processes and medium-term fiscal frameworks need to be strengthened.
Public sector wage bill growth should be controlled, and energy subsidies reduced.

B. Financial Stability

Basel III standards should be implemented over 2015-19 to strengthen capital and liquidity management.
Macroprudential policies such as maximum LTVs for mortgages and DSTI limits should be enhanced.
Compliance with loan concentration limits for GREs and local governments should be monitored, with no exemptions.
GRE balance sheets should be strengthened, and debt repayments should be proactively managed.
AML/CFT framework should be further developed.
Domestic debt markets should be developed to reduce reliance on external funding.

C. Economic Diversification

Structural reforms should aim at further diversifying the economy and accelerating private sector-led job creation.
Opening up FDI, improving the business environment, and easing access to finance for SMEs are key areas for reform.
Incentives for entrepreneurship and inclusive growth should be enhanced.

Key Information and Statistics

Nominal GDP (in UAE dirhams) grew from 1,371 billion in 2012 to 1,809 billion in 2019.
Real GDP growth averaged around 4% from 2014 to 2019, with non-hydrocarbon GDP showing slower growth in 2015.
CPI inflation increased to 4.3% in May 2015, and is projected to rise to 3.8% in 2015.
Fiscal deficit reached 2.9% of GDP in 2015, but is expected to return to surplus in 2016.
Current account surplus is projected to decline to 5% of GDP in 2015.
GRE debt in Dubai remains at 136% of GDP, despite early repayments and debt restructuring.
Gross official reserves increased from 47.1 billion USD in 2012 to 118.4 billion USD in 2019.

Summary of IMF Staff Appraisal

The UAE has successfully mitigated the negative impacts of lower oil prices due to large fiscal and external buffers.
Non-oil growth has been robust but is expected to slow in 2015.
Fiscal consolidation is essential to reduce vulnerability and align with medium-term fundamentals.
Financial stability is supported by strong capital and liquidity buffers, but monitoring and regulatory improvements are needed.
Economic diversification and private sector development are key priorities for long-term growth and job creation.

Conclusion

The UAE's economy is resilient but faces challenges from lower oil prices and global financial conditions. The IMF encourages the authorities to continue fiscal consolidation, strengthen macroprudential frameworks, and accelerate economic diversification. The report also highlights the importance of improving statistical transparency and developing domestic debt markets.