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13 May 2025

Building the Future: The Role of Special Zones in Achieving Oman’s Vision 2040

Oman’s Vision 2040 outlines an ambitious national roadmap for modernisation, economic diversification and global competitiveness. At the heart of this transformation are Special Zones – strategic hubs designed to attract foreign investment, boost trade, and stimulate industrial growth.
8 May 2025

Dubai’s Office Market – Supply, Demand, and Opportunity

With the world still recalibrating its relationship with office space post-pandemic, Dubai presents an anomaly. While commercial towers in cities like London, New York, and Hong Kong grapple with under-occupancy and uncertain futures, Dubai’s office market is surging ahead, defying market expectations and setting benchmarks. But behind the headlines of soaring rents and record-high occupancy lies a complex landscape, one that investors and occupiers alike must navigate with precision.
29 April 2025

Does Stock Market Volatility Impact Real Estate Markets?

No one could have failed to notice the impact that the recent economic policies of the current US Administration have had on global stock markets. The sudden raising of US tariffs to levels not seen for a century[1] has had a similar effect to the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930, which increased duties on already high tariff rates. US and global stock markets responded entirely predictably to these recent tariffs in a rapid, negative way
9 April 2025

Dubai Office Market Performance 2024

In 2024, Dubai reinforced its position as a global hub for trade and investment through strategic initiatives and progressive policies. The Emirate’s economy demonstrated strong growth, with GDP expanding by 3.1% in
2 April 2025

Dubai Metro Blue Line: Transforming Real Estate and Connectivity

The Dubai Metro has played a pivotal role in the city’s development since its launch in 2009. The addition of the Blue Line underscores the government’s commitment to seamless public transport solutions, aligning with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. With a goal to have 55% of residents within 800 metres of mass transit stations, the Blue Line will serve as a critical component of this vision, fostering sustainable growth and accessibility.
25 March 2025

Abu Dhabi Residential Market Performance 2024

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.
17 March 2025

Dubai Hospitality Sector – Market Performance 2024

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 tourism destinations.
11 March 2025

Sheikh Zayed Road: Dubai’s Newest Freehold Area – What it Means for Investors

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 […]
6 March 2025

Dubai’s residential property market secures record-breaking 169,000 transactions in 2024

Dubai – Dubai’s residential property market soared to new heights in 2024, with a record-breaking 169,000 sales – an increase of 42% on 2023, says leading real estate advisory and property consultant, Cavendish Maxwell. Prices saw sustained increases during the year, ending 0.9% up month-on-month in December, and 3.1% higher than the previous quarter. Year-on-year, prices rose 16.5%, with the cost […]
26 February 2025

Dubai Residential Market Performance 2024

The Gulf’s macroeconomic performance remains impressive, with the UAE leading the charge. While macroeconomic cycles have not disappeared, investors can take confidence in the fact that their impact has been significantly less in the past decades. The positive macro signals correlated strongly with exceptional real estate performance.
19 February 2025

Kuwait eases property laws around foreign ownership

Kuwait is gradually opening its real estate market to foreign ownership. It has now updated its law to allow entities licensed by the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA), companies listed on the Kuwaiti stock exchange and licensed real estate funds and investment companies to own property in the country for their operations or for employee housing. While limited in […]
17 February 2025

Choosing the right survey: A guide to property inspections in Dubai

In Dubai’s real estate market, making informed decisions is essential for both buyers and sellers. Whether you’re purchasing a luxurious villa, a commercial space, or even an off-plan property, property inspections and surveys play a pivotal role in ensuring that your investment is secure, and your transaction is transparent. In this article, we will dive into the critical importance of […]

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