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Executive Summary Abu Dhabi’s economy has experienced solid growth, with a 3.9% GDP increase in the first nine months of 2024, largely driven by the non-oil sector, which now contributes more than half of the economy. With growth projected at 5.0-6.0% in 2025 and inflation remaining stable, the outlook remains optimistic, supporting confidence in the real estate market as well. […]
Dubai Tourism Overview In 2024, Dubai set a new tourism record, welcoming 18.7 million overnight guests—a 9.1% increase from the 17.1 million visitors recorded the previous year. This growth aligns with the strategic vision of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, as outlined in the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to position Dubai among the world’s top three global […]
The recent decision by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) to allow private property owners of properties on Sheikh Zayed Road (from the Trade Centre Roundabout to the Water Canal) and Al Jaddaf area to convert their ownership status to freehold to all nationalities marks a pivotal shift in the city’s property landscape. This move is set to redefine investment dynamics […]
Introduction How can tenants know whether they are getting a good deal or not? How can investors determine whether the rent currently being paid on an existing property (the ‘passing rent’) is above or below the market? And how can existing owners know on what basis they should invest in renovating their properties? These are all important questions in real […]
