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United Arab Emirates
Stable
AI Analysis Β· Updated daily
The United Arab Emirates, a significant oil exporter, maintains a stable position despite regional tensions, with no direct vulnerability to the Strait of Hormuz disruption. While its status as a regional hub faces some pressure from general instability, the UAE benefits from high global oil prices. Domestic gasoline remains affordable at $0.52/L, supported by extensive reserves. Its 0% oil import dependency and lack of direct Hormuz exposure ensure strong resilience, pointing to a stable outlook in the coming weeks as it navigates the regional environment.
$0.52
Gasoline /L
+15.6% vs pre-war
730d
Reserves
104 weeks
+3.8%
Food Inflation
Risk: none
N/A
Oil Imported
Hormuz: none
Fuel Prices
USD primary Β· AED (Ψ―.Ψ₯) localPrices shown per litre. Local currency conversion uses live exchange rates.Last updated: Apr 22, 2026
Gasoline
$0.52/L
Ψ―.Ψ₯1.91/L
+15.6% vs pre-war
Diesel
$0.45/L
Ψ―.Ψ₯1.65/L
+18.4% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$0.30/L
Ψ―.Ψ₯1.10/L
Jet Fuel (Jet A-1)
$0.40/L
Ψ―.Ψ₯1.47/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $0.45/L Β· Diesel $0.38/L Β· Current prices are 15.6% above pre-war levels
3-Month Price History
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
AED Β· live ratesStrategic Reserves
Crude Oil Reserves
730days
104 weeks
24.3 months
Strong
Source: IEA/EIA0d30d60d90d180d365d
β Jet Fuel Reserves (Jet A-1)
30days
4 weeks
1.0 months
Below average β Under 2 months
Source: Estimated from strategic reserves0d30d60d90d180d365d
Energy Dependency Profile
Oil Import Dependency
N/A
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
None
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
85%
of food supply imported
Fertilizer & Food Security
Fertilizer Cost Change
+8%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+3.8%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
None
FAO / WFP assessment
News: United Arab Emirates
U.S. Considers Financial Support for Oil-Rich U.A.E. - The New York Times
U.S. Considers Financial Support for Oil-Rich U.A.E. The New York Times
Google NewsΒ·12h ago
Trump administration discussing currency swap line with United Arab Emirates - CNBC
Trump administration discussing currency swap line with United Arab Emirates CNBC
Google NewsΒ·10h ago
Iranian commander threatens to destroy regional oil industry if war with the United States resumes - WKYC
Iranian commander threatens to destroy regional oil industry if war with the United States resumes WKYC
Google NewsΒ·9h ago
US considers dollar lifeline for UAE as Iran war rattles Gulf economy - TRT World
US considers dollar lifeline for UAE as Iran war rattles Gulf economy TRT World
Google NewsΒ·14h ago
Perma-Pipe Books $54 Million in Q1 Awards Across Energy, Data Center Projects - Pipeline and Gas Journal
Perma-Pipe Books $54 Million in Q1 Awards Across Energy, Data Center Projects Pipeline and Gas Journal
Google NewsΒ·5h ago
Shipping traffic through Hormuz still largely halted - Reuters
Shipping traffic through Hormuz still largely halted Reuters
Google NewsΒ·13h ago
Growatt Introduces Advanced Solar Lithium Battery Solutions to Support Smart Energy Storage - The National Law Review
Growatt Introduces Advanced Solar Lithium Battery Solutions to Support Smart Energy Storage The National Law Review
Google NewsΒ·9h ago
UAE officials reportedly warned they may be forced to use yuan or other currencies if they run low on dollars amid the Iran war - Yahoo Finance
UAE officials reportedly warned they may be forced to use yuan or other currencies if they run low on dollars amid the Iran war Yahoo Finance
Google NewsΒ·1d ago
A timeline of how the Iran war shook oil prices β and what comes next - CNBC
A timeline of how the Iran war shook oil prices β and what comes next CNBC
Google NewsΒ·14h ago
When Was Dubai Built? Almost 200 Years Ago - HowStuffWorks
When Was Dubai Built? Almost 200 Years Ago HowStuffWorks
Google NewsΒ·14h ago
Government Response
Last updated: April 2026
- ADNOC production capacity expanded to 4.5 mb/d
- Dubai financial hub maintaining operations; regional HQ relocations monitored
- Emergency food stockpile of 6 months maintained
- Bilateral energy agreements signed with Japan, South Korea, and India
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Flight Disruption Risk
ModerateJet fuel price change+30% vs pre-war
+90 Day Outlook
Moderate
Peak Season (Jul/Aug)
Moderate
No inbound tankers detected
May indicate supply disruption
Crisis Summary
Risk LevelStable
Hormuz Exposurenone
CurrencyAED (Ψ―.Ψ₯)
RegionMiddle East
Data SourcesIEA Β· EIA Β· FAO Β· WFP
Neighbours & Partners
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