Blackstone opens a DIFC office: what it will do
The Dubai office will support Private Wealth across the Gulf. The DFSA register dates the branch licence to 24 August 2026.
What opened
On 12 November 2026, Blackstone announced the opening of an office in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). It is Blackstone’s second UAE location, alongside Abu Dhabi. The Dubai team will support Private Wealth and partnerships with banks and other distributors across the GCC. Blackstone says the unit already has more than 40 distributor relationships in the region.
What the regulator confirms
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) register lists Blackstone Europe LLP (DIFC Branch), reference F013609, with a licence dated 24 August 2026. The entry includes advising on financial products, arranging investment deals, and arranging and advising on credit. The office opening was announced on 12 November.
What it means for businesses
For banks, financial advisers and family offices, the opening provides a local point of contact for regional partnerships. A UAE wealth manager exploring a Blackstone product for clients, for example, would need to confirm which entity and distributor handle it, where it is available and which investors qualify. The announcement did not specify those terms.