The fixed broadband subscription market in the United Arab Emirates has experienced significant growth over the past decade. The actual number of subscriptions stood at 3.979 million in 2023. The market saw substantial growth in recent years, with the highest year-on-year increase of 112.84% in 2017, and a consistent, though gradually slowing, growth trend observed until 2022. The most recent year-on-year change for 2023 was 5.73%, with a 5.64% cumulative average growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data indicates a continued but moderating growth in fixed broadband subscriptions, reflecting a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 3.69%, projecting the number of subscriptions to reach 5.0247 million by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of technological advancements, such as the widespread deployment of 5G networks, potential shifts towards more mobile broadband solutions, and government initiatives on digital infrastructure which could further influence the fixed broadband market dynamics in the UAE.