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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 23-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 24-Mar-2025

The total real estate transactions in Dubai for Week 11 was AED8.35 billion. an increase of 1.8% from last week’s AED8.2 billion. Off-plan contributed 58.3%, while Ready properties contributed 41.7%. Dubai’s property market continued its upward trajectory in Week 11 of 2025, recording total real estate transactions valued at AED 8.35 billion, a slight (1.2%) but positive increase from AED 8.2 billion in Week 10. This reflects the market’s resilience and sustained investor confidence across both Off-Plan and Ready segments. Breakdown by Property Type 1- Off-Plan Transactions Off-Plan properties dominated the market once again, contributing AED 4.87 billion, which accounts for 58.3% of the total weekly transactions. Subcategory Contributions to Off-Plan Total: The clear preference for Off-Plan Flats signals strong investor interest in future-ready living spaces, particularly in lifestyle-centric communities. Top Performing Areas by Value The Off-Plan segment was led by strong activity in newer and developing zones. The top 10 areas alone accounted for AED 2.92 billion, or roughly 60% of total Off-Plan value. Palm Deira and Madinat Al Mataar emerged as leading destinations for off-plan investments, benefiting from large-scale master plans and strategic positioning. 2- Ready Transactions Ready properties followed closely, with AED 3.49 billion in transactions, representing 41.7% of the weekly total. Subcategory Contributions to Ready Total: While Ready Flats maintain dominance, the rise in commercial property transactions indicates growing business activity and demand for operational spaces. Top Performing Areas by Value The Ready market saw continued investor confidence in established luxury neighborhoods, with the top 10 areas totaling AED 2.11 billion, nearly 61% of Ready transactions. Palm Jumeirah led Ready transactions, reinforcing its status as a top-tier luxury address, followed closely by Burj Khalifa and Dubai Marina, which continue to attract both end-users and investors. Conclusion Dubai’s Week 11 real estate activity reaffirms the city’s strong market fundamentals. Off-Plan properties continue to lead, driven by developer offerings in emerging communities, while Ready properties in prime locations hold strong investor appeal. As the market heads deeper into Q1, all indicators point toward a healthy, active property sector with diversified interest across asset types.

March 25, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 22-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 23-Mar-2026

AED 5.82 billion in trading value in 3 days Total trading reached AED 5.82 billion across 2,520 transactions in Week 12. That was down from AED 8.26 billion and 4,327 transactions last week, but the softer headline needs to be read in context: this was an Eid Al Fitr-shortened week with only three working days. Off-Plan contributed AED 3.99 billion (68.6%), while Ready accounted for AED 1.83 billion (31.4%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flat 2,931.1 1,217.8 Villa 492.3 412.4 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 41.5 61.2 Commercials 529.5 137.4 Total 3,994.4 1,828.8 Off-Plan Market Performance Category Value (AED millions) % of Off-Plan Flat 2,931.1 73.4% Villa 492.3 12.3% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 41.5 1.0% Commercials 529.5 13.3% Off-plan remained the engine of the market, with flats dominating at 73.4% of off-plan value, while commercials made a notable contribution at 13.3%, a relatively strong showing for the segment. Villas accounted for 12.3%, with hotel apartments and rooms contributing a smaller 1.0%. From a transaction-type perspective, off-plan activity was overwhelmingly sales-led, with sales contributing 99.7% of off-plan value, while gifts represented 0.3% and mortgages just 0.1%. Top Performing Off-Plan Areas The top 10 off-plan areas generated AED 2.22 billion, equal to 55.5% of total off-plan value, led by Al Yelayiss 1, Business Bay, and Zaabeel Second. Area Value (AED millions) Al Yelayiss 1 425.8 Business Bay 391.3 Zaabeel Second 318.5 Deira Islands 195.5 Madinat Dubai Almelaheya 168.6 Ready Market Performance Category Value (AED millions) % of Ready Flat 1,217.8 66.6% Villa 412.4 22.6% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 61.2 3.3% Commercials 137.4 7.5% The ready market was also led by flats, which made up 66.6% of ready value, followed by villas at 22.6%. Commercials contributed 7.5%, while hotel apartments and rooms accounted for 3.3%. Unlike off-plan, the ready segment showed a much heavier financing component: sales contributed 53.2% of ready value, while mortgages represented a substantial 43.6%, pointing to strong financed end-user and investor activity in completed stock. Gifts contributed 3.2%. Top Performing Ready Areas The top 10 ready areas generated AED 878.5 million, or 48.0% of total ready value, led by Dubai Marina, Business Bay, and Burj Khalifa. Area Value (AED millions) Dubai Marina 158.6 Business Bay 119.6 Burj Khalifa 111.0 Meydan One 89.0 Palm Jumeirah 79.8 On the Micro Level The week’s highest-ticket transactions showed strength at both the luxury and upper-mid ends of the market. On the off-plan side, the biggest flat deal was recorded in Jumeirah Second at AED 48.1 million, while the top villa transaction came from Keturah Reserve at AED 10.5 million. In the ready segment, the highest flat transaction was in Dubai Water Canal at AED 17.0 million, while the top villa deal was in Island 2 at AED 24.0 million. Below are sales by bedroom Weekly Comparison Metric Last Week This Week Change Total Volume AED8.26 billion 5.82 -29.5% Transactions 4,327 2,520 -41.8% Market Insights & Outlook At first glance, Week 12 looks like a clear step down from the previous week, but the calendar matters here. With only three working days because of the Eid Al Fitr holiday, the decline in headline volume and transaction count should not be read as a clean deterioration in underlying demand. The market still produced AED 5.82 billion in non-land trading, with off-plan retaining a commanding lead and continuing to absorb the majority of investor appetite. The underlying mix was also constructive. Across both segments, sales accounted for 85.1% of total weekly value, while mortgages made up 13.7% and gifts just 1.2%. That tells a useful story: off-plan stayed almost entirely transactional and sales-driven, while the ready market showed deeper mortgage participation, reflecting stronger financed activity in completed properties. Area leadership also remained concentrated in established and high-velocity zones, with Business Bay appearing in both the off-plan and ready top rankings, while luxury-ready districts such as Dubai Marina, Burj Khalifa, and Palm Jumeirah continued to attract large-ticket demand. Overall, this week reads less like a demand shock and more like a holiday-compressed trading window. Once a full working week resumes, the market will likely offer a better signal on whether momentum is merely paused or preparing to re-accelerate. Data Source: Dubai Land Department Only freehold transactions are included

March 25, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 24-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 19-Mar-2026

Smart capital seizes opportunity amid Middle East market volatility Maser Group: Smart capital seizes opportunity amid Middle East market volatility Geopolitical tension may shake sentiment in the short term, but the article argues the UAE, especially Dubai, remains fundamentally strong. It presents volatility as temporary, highlights the country’s leadership, safety, and unity, and says long-term capital will return quickly, making this a moment of opportunity, not retreat. Read the full article on Gulf News Skyland Properties marks key milestone with groundbreaking ceremony of Ashwood Residences Skyland Properties has broken ground on Ashwood Residences in JVT, marking its Dubai debut. Led by Krish Raveshia, the project brings Raveshia Realty’s Mumbai legacy to the UAE, offering premium apartments in a high-demand community ahead of an imminent sales launch. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Dubai real estate snaps back after central bank rolls out support package Dubai real estate stocks rebounded after the UAE central bank introduced liquidity support measures. The recovery followed steep war-driven losses tied to missile attacks, market disruption, and higher oil prices, though both property shares and the broader market remain well below pre-conflict levels. Read the full article on Turkiye Today Dubai real estate: Valuation professionals jump 50 percent to 133 in 2025 as advertising licenses advance 24 percent Dubai’s real estate services sector expanded strongly in 2025, with more valuers, consultancies, advertising permits, and trustee offices. The growth reflects rising demand for oversight, stronger marketing regulation, faster transactions, and DLD’s push to make the property market more transparent, efficient, and professionally supported. Read the full article on Economy Middle East Dubai court orders woman to repay Dh421,848 to ex-husband in property dispute A Dubai court ordered a woman to repay Dh421,848.38 plus 5% annual interest to her ex-husband after finding he alone funded their jointly owned property. The court refused to transfer full ownership, ruling the title deed could not be changed without proof of fraud or forgery. Read the full article on Gulf News Starlink rolls out satellite internet offering in UAE with plans from Dhs230 Starlink has launched in the UAE, offering satellite internet as an alternative to fibre and mobile networks. Plans start at Dhs230 per month, with hardware from Dhs1,099, targeting homes, remote sites, offshore locations, and other areas where traditional connectivity is less practical. Read the full article on Gulf Business How Data Intelligence Is Reshaping Property Investment Decisions in Dubai Data intelligence is making Dubai property investment more transparent and analytical. Investors now use transaction data, area comparisons, project checks, and digital tools to assess pricing, timing, and risk more accurately, reducing reliance on broker opinion, asking prices, and market sentiment alone. Read the full article on Tech Bullion UAE’s real GDP to grow 5.6 percent in 2026, says central bank The UAE economy is projected to stay strong in 2026 after solid 2025 growth, driven mainly by non-oil sectors. Inflation remains low, while real estate, banking, insurance, and capital markets all showed resilience, supported by strong domestic fundamentals despite global and regional uncertainty. Read the full article on Economy Middle East UAE announces tax incentives to strengthen innovation ecosystem The UAE has launched the first phase of an R&D tax incentive programme, offering businesses a non-refundable tax credit of up to 50% on qualifying spend up to Dh5 million. The move is designed to boost innovation, attract investment, and support sectors such as technology, fintech, energy transition, and advanced manufacturing. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 18th of March 2026 On the 18-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 2.13 billion. Off-plan dominated with AED 1.48 billion (69.6%), while Ready accounted for AED 646.2 million (30.4%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 1,078.2 386.6 Villas 207.4 174.2 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 32.7 21.8 Commercial 162.1 63.6 Total 1,480.5 646.2 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 1.48 billion Off-plan activity was heavily concentrated in flats, which continued to anchor primary market demand, while villas and commercial assets added meaningful depth to the day’s pipeline. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 646.2 million The ready segment showed a more balanced mix, with flats leading the market but villas also capturing a sizeable share, pointing to healthy end-user and secondary-market demand. On The Micro Level Sales remained the dominant transaction driver, reaching AED 2.32 billion across 780 transactions, while mortgages stood at AED 374.3 million from 176 deals and gifts reached AED 63.1 million across 15 transactions. In value terms, sales contributed 84.1% of total activity, mortgages 13.6%, and gifts 2.3%. Market Insights & Outlook Dubai’s market on 18 March reflected another strong day led decisively by off-plan demand, especially in the flat segment. At the same time, the ready market retained solid breadth, particularly through villas and resale flats, suggesting that both investors and end-users remained active. The overall structure of activity points to a market that is still expanding through new supply while maintaining healthy liquidity in completed stock. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

March 25, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 20-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 17-Mar-2026

Dubai’s physical property market rebound, but financial markets are pricing in deeper regional risk and prolonged uncertainty Dubai property activity rebounds while equity sell-off deepens amid regional tension Dubai’s physical property market rebounded sharply in mid-March, led by off-plan and villa demand, while Dubai real estate stocks kept falling on heavy volume. The contrast suggests transaction activity is holding up, but financial markets are pricing in deeper regional risk and prolonged uncertainty. Read the full article on Gulf Business Dubai real estate sector recorded $4.5bn of transactions last week, including $25m Armani home in Palm Jumeirah The Dubai real estate sector recorded AED16.56bn ($4.5bn) of transactions last week, according to data from the Land Department. Read the full article on Arabian Business Dubai property transactions reach Dh3.8 billion on Monday Dubai’s property market opened the week with Dh3.8 billion across 1,194 deals, led by Dh2.93 billion in sales. Al Yalyis 5, Palm Jebel Ali, and Dubai Land Residence Complex topped sales, while mortgages and gifts added Dh718.3 million and Dh164 million, signalling sustained investor demand. Read the full article on Gulf News Dubai property buyers hunt distressed deals, but sellers hold firm on prices Dubai buyers are hunting for distressed deals, but most owners are holding firm rather than selling below pre-conflict prices. Limited discounts mainly reflect personal financial pressure or profit-taking by early investors, while strong liquidity and cash-rich buyers suggest the market pause is selective, not a broad downturn. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Al Junaidi Real Estate signs MoU with DXR Real Estate to market “Ti Villa” project Al Junaidi Real Estate partnered with DXR Real Estate to market Sharjah’s Ti Villa project, a 62-villa freehold development in Al Raqiba near Dubai. With no service fees, a 30/70 payment plan, and handover due in Q1 2028, the project targets Arab investors and families. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai real estate: Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou buys AED92.5m residence in Palm Jumierah Dubai developer Arada annuonced the sale of a five bedroom residence at Armani Beach Residences at Palm Jumeirah for AED92.5m. Read the full article on Arabian Business Azizi’s metro-linked residential project in Dubai 55% complete Azizi Developments said its metro-linked Azizi Zain project in Al Furjan is nearly 55% complete, with structural works finished and interiors advancing strongly. Positioned near key Dubai hubs, the development aims to offer well-connected, amenity-rich homes for families and individual buyers. Read the full article on Zawya Manchester City Yas Residences shatters records with AED 6 billion sales in 72 hours Ohana Development’s Manchester City Yas Residences generated AED 6 billion in 72 hours, highlighting strong demand for Abu Dhabi luxury real estate. The Yas Canal waterfront project drew mostly international buyers and reinforced the emirate’s appeal as a stable, high-end global investment destination. Read the full article on Arabian Business ‘Better to own than rent’: Residents turn to property investment in Abu Dhabi Rising rents are driving more Abu Dhabi residents to buy homes, with March transactions reportedly up 40–50% from February. Reem Island and recent launches have drawn strong demand from both end users and investors, reflecting continued confidence in the capital’s property market. Read the full article on Khaleej Times UAE digital marketplaces show rapid recovery after brief slowdown Bayut and dubizzle data shows the UAE’s digital economy rebounded quickly after a brief slowdown, with property buyer activity recovering sharply, prices staying stable, and consumer goods returning fastest. The trend points to resilient consumer confidence and strong underlying demand across key sectors. Read the full article on Economy Middle East DAMAC extends its ‘Buy a Home, Get a Luxury Car’ campaign to all UAE residents DAMAC has extended its “Buy a Home, Get a Luxury Car” campaign to all UAE residents until 31 March. Buyers of qualifying homes receive a complimentary Nissan, with the model linked to property value, as the developer pushes long-term homeownership and family-focused living. Read the full article on Arabian Business UAE developers with strong delivery track records outperforming peers UAE off-plan demand remains strong, but buyers are becoming more selective as launches surge. Banke International says projects in strong locations, backed by credible developers and flexible payment plans, are selling fastest, while timely delivery is increasingly critical for resale performance and long-term investor confidence. Read the full article on Zawya Modon launches Tara Park residential project on Al Reem Island Modon’s Tara Park on Al Reem Island offers freehold homes for all nationalities, combining a prime location, family-friendly amenities, flexible workspaces, and wellness features like a 527-metre jogging track. The project reflects strong demand for quality residential developments and long-term investment opportunities in Abu Dhabi. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 16th of March 2026 On the 16-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1.21 billion. Off-plan dominated with AED 681.7 million (56.5%), while Ready accounted for AED 524.0 million (43.5%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 559.6 380.7 Villas 70.6 101.1 Hotel Apts & Rooms 8.2 8.5 Commercial 43.2 33.6 Total 681.7 524.0 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 681.7 million Off-plan activity remained the market anchor, with flats overwhelmingly driving performance and accounting for more than four-fifths of the segment’s total value. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 524.0 million The ready segment also leaned heavily toward flats, although villas captured a more meaningful share here than in off-plan, pointing to firmer end-user and secondary-market demand for completed landed homes. On The Micro Level At the transaction-type level, total registered activity reached AED 2.21 billion across 711 records. Sales led by value at AED 1.75 billion, or 79.3% of the total, followed by mortgages at AED 413.1 million (18.7%) and gifts at AED 42.9 million (1.9%). By count, sales made up 526 transactions (74.0%), mortgages 173 (24.3%), and gifts 12 (1.7%). Market Insights & Outlook Dubai’s March 16 performance showed a balanced but still off-plan-led market, with new inventory continuing to attract the larger share …

March 18, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 16-Mar-2026

This week signals a deeper and more liquid market Total trading reached AED8.26 billion across 4,327 transactions in Week 11, up from AED7.28 billion and 2,770 transactions last week. This marks a 13.4% week-on-week increase in value and a much sharper 56.2% rise in transaction count. Off plan remained the dominant segment at AED5.18 billion (62.7%), while ready transactions contributed AED3.08 billion (37.3%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flat 3,716.3 2,090.0 Villa 1,176.1 728.6 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 22.8 59.3 Commercials 264.3 200.3 Total 5,179.5 3,078.1 Off-Plan Market Performance Category Value (AED millions) % of Off-Plan Flat 3,716.3 71.7% Villa 1,176.1 22.7% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 22.8 0.4% Commercials 264.3 5.1% Off-plan activity was heavily concentrated in the flat segment, which alone generated AED3.72 billion and represented 71.7% of the off-plan market. Villas followed with AED1.18 billion (22.7%), while commercials added AED264.3 million (5.1%). Hotel apartments and rooms remained a very small component at 0.4% of off-plan value. Top Performing Off-Plan Areas Area Value (AED millions) Al Yelayiss 1 775.7 Dubai Islands 421.9 Madinat Al Mataar 330.5 Bukadra 291.5 Wadi Al Safa 3 217.1 The top 10 off-plan areas delivered AED2.88 billion, accounting for 55.7% of total off-plan value. Al Yelayiss 1 (Damac Islands) led the market with AED775.7 million, followed by Dubai Islands at AED421.9 million and Madinat Al Mataar at AED330.5 million, showing that a large share of new-build demand remained concentrated in a focused cluster of launch-driven locations. Ready Market Performance Category Value (AED millions) % of Ready Flat 2,090.0 67.9% Villa 728.6 23.7% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 59.3 1.9% Commercials 200.3 6.5% The ready segment was also led by flats, which recorded AED2.09 billion and made up 67.9% of ready-market value. Villas contributed AED728.6 million (23.7%), while commercials reached AED200.3 million (6.5%). Hotel apartments and rooms accounted for 1.9%, higher than their share in the off-plan market. Top Performing Ready Areas Area Value (AED millions) Majan 167.8 Business Bay 108.3 Jumeirah Village Circle 106.7 Palm Jumeirah 93.1 Dubai Marina 84.9 The top 10 ready areas generated AED1.61 billion, equivalent to 52.4% of total ready-market value. Majan ranked first at AED167.8 million, followed by Business Bay at AED108.3 million and Jumeirah Village Circle at AED106.7 million, highlighting a broad spread of demand across both established core districts and active mid-market communities. On the Micro Level Transaction Type Breakdown Transaction Type Value (AED millions) Count % of Weekly Value % of Weekly Transactions Gifts 196.5 65 2.4% 1.5% Mortgage 1,260.5 917 15.3% 21.2% Sales 6,800.7 3,345 82.4% 77.3% Highest Transactions Segment Type Value Location / Project Off-Plan Flat AED53.2 million Palm Jumeirah Off-Plan Villa AED43.4 million Karl Lagerfeld Villas Ready Flat AED22.0 million Palm Jumeirah Ready Villa AED13.8 million Nad Al Sheba Weekly Comparison Metric Last Week This Week Change Total Value AED7.28 billion AED8.26 billion +AED0.98 billion (+13.4%) Transactions 2,770 4,327 +1,557 (+56.2%) Market Insights & Outlook Week 11 showed a clear broadening in market participation. While total traded value rose solidly, transaction count climbed much faster, indicating that market depth improved materially beyond just headline-ticket deals. Off-plan remained the main engine of the market, supported by strong flat demand and concentrated activity in launch-led locations such as Al Yelayiss 1 (Damac Islands), Dubai Islands, and Madinat Al Mataar. At the same time, the ready market delivered a healthy 37.3% share of weekly value, with demand distributed across communities such as Majan, Business Bay, and Jumeirah Village Circle. The combination of rising value plus sharply higher deal count points to a more active and liquid market than the previous week. Data Source: Dubai Land Department Only freehold transactions are included

March 17, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 13-Mar-2026

This developer set a precedent with 5 years maintenance and warranty on all their properties. An 85,080 square feet plot of land in Dubai’s Al Sufouh Gardens sold for Dhs705m Dubai real estate stayed resilient despite regional tensions, highlighted by a Dhs705 million Al Sufouh Gardens land sale and a Dhs220 million villa sale on The World Islands. The deals underline strong demand and continued foreign investor confidence in Dubai and the wider UAE market. Read the full article on Gulf Today Dubai businesses express confidence in economy despite US-Israel-Iran conflict Dubai business leaders remain confident in the emirate’s resilience despite regional tensions and travel disruption. After 35 Dubai Chamber meetings, firms across sectors cited strong public-private cooperation, business continuity efforts, and regulatory support as key factors sustaining growth and investor confidence. Read the full article on Gulf Business ‘Dubai’s new tokenised secondary market ends the real estate lock-in’ Dubai expanded its tokenised real estate project by enabling regulated secondary trading of fractional property ownership. Phase II improves liquidity, transparency and exit options, with AED18.5 million in pilot assets already tokenised, while reinforcing legal ownership through land registry integration and government-backed regulation. Read the full article on Zawya Villa on Dubai’s World Islands sold for Dh220 million in landmark deal Dubai’s luxury property market stayed strong with a Dh220 million villa sale on Amali Island, The World Islands. The deal reflects rising demand from global wealthy buyers, as 2025 luxury transactions climbed to 6,668 worth Dh143.8 billion, sharply above 2024 levels. Read the full article on Gulf News Dubai property defies uncertainty: Investors prioritise stability Dubai’s property market remains resilient despite regional tensions, supported by strong regulation and long-term confidence. February 2026 residential transactions rose 2.5% in volume and 9.6% in value, though buyers are taking longer to commit, with demand still supported by population growth and new supply. Read the full article on Khaleej Time UAE markets record AED 2.3bn liquidity as Emaar Properties dominates Dubai trading UAE stocks saw AED 2.3 billion in Thursday trading, led by ADX and DFM, as both main indexes fell sharply. Emaar dominated Dubai turnover with AED 305.9 million, while Aldar led Abu Dhabi. Regional markets were mostly lower, though Amman and Muscat posted gains. Read the full article on Emirates 24/7 Al Habtoor Group plans new project at Al Habtoor City in Dubai Al Habtoor Group plans a new landmark project within Al Habtoor City, underscoring confidence in Dubai’s economy and investment appeal. The expansion builds on strong sales momentum at Al Habtoor Tower, with more details on the upcoming development to be announced later. Read the full article on Zawya Abu Dhabi urban indicators record 75 million square metres of development in 2025 Abu Dhabi approved nearly 75 million square metres of development floor area in 2025, up 137% year-on-year, led by housing, industrial, technology, and tourism projects. Faster approvals and AI-powered permitting helped accelerate construction, reinforcing investor confidence and the emirate’s urban growth momentum. Read the full article on Gulf News UAE’s Arada awards $545mln construction contracts in Aljada project Arada awarded AED 2.04 billion in contracts to build 2,210 homes across 14 apartment blocks at Aljada in Sharjah, with delivery due in Q2 2028. The move expands momentum at the AED 35 billion megaproject amid strong sales growth and major upcoming components. Read the full article on Zawya Mira Developments sets new standard with five-year maintenance warranty in UAE Mira Developments will provide a five-year maintenance warranty on all residential projects delivered from 2026, plus three years on branded furniture. The policy, enabled by its in-house construction model, aims to strengthen build quality, reduce post-handover issues, and protect long-term property value. Read the full article on Gulf News Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 12th of March 2026 On the 12-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1.94 billion. Off-plan dominated with AED 1.40 billion (71.9%), while Ready accounted for AED 546.5 million (28.1%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 879.9 375.9 Villas 461.1 131.7 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 1.6 23.1 Commercial 54.8 15.8 Total 1,397.4 546.5 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 1.40 billion Off-plan activity was heavily concentrated in flats, while villas also delivered a strong secondary contribution, showing continued appetite for larger future stock. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 546.5 million The ready market was even more flat-led than off-plan, with villas providing solid support and hotel apartments posting a more visible share than in the off-plan segment. On The Micro Level Market Insights & Outlook Dubai’s market on 12 March 2026 showed a clear preference for off-plan product, which captured nearly three-quarters of total value. The mix suggests buyers remain comfortable committing capital to future supply, particularly in flats and villas, while the ready segment continued to attract steady absorption in completed stock. Overall, the day’s performance reflects a market that remains broad-based but still tilted toward developers and new-launch momentum. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

March 17, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 12-Mar-2026

Dubai PropTech Hub to unlock over $14.4 billion in annual worker productivity Real Estate Technology 2033: Dubai’s Strategy for a Smart Future Dubai’s PropTech Hub launched Real Estate Technology 2033, a whitepaper identifying models that could add AED 53 billion annually to the economy. Backed by DIFC and DLD, the strategy aims to double PropTech’s contribution by 2033, strengthen transparency, and position Dubai as a global urban innovation leader. Read the full article on Emirates 24/7 Dubai’s new shared housing law: 6 changes if you rent a bed space or share a flat Dubai’s new shared housing law will require permits, set occupancy and space limits, restrict shared units to approved areas, allow only owners or licensed firms to rent them out, impose stricter safety rules, and introduce heavy fines. Existing operators have one year to comply. Read the full article on Gulf News DIFC’s Dubai PropTech Hub to unlock over $14.4 billion in annual worker productivity Dubai’s PropTech 2033 whitepaper says PropTech is evolving into AI-driven urban infrastructure, with two business cases alone potentially adding AED53 billion annually. Backed by DIFC and DLD, the initiative aims to boost innovation, attract global scale-ups, and strengthen Dubai’s position as a global PropTech hub. Read the full article on Economy Middle East Why Venture Capitalists Are Laser-Focused on Dubai Real Estate In 2026 Dubai’s real estate boom is being driven by strong transaction growth, foreign investor demand, tax advantages, the Golden Visa, tourism, and economic expansion. The market offers attractive yields and PropTech potential, but investors should remain mindful of cyclicality, oversupply risks, and past boom-bust corrections. Read the full article on Venture Burn It’s business as usual, with sales reaching up to $100 million a day, says Azizi CEO Azizi Group says Dubai property activity remains resilient despite regional tensions, with construction progressing normally, strong daily sales, and no price cuts. The developer is continuing launches as planned and announced a Dh75 billion hospitality expansion, underscoring confidence in sustained demand and Dubai’s ability to recover quickly. Read the full article on Khaleej Times AUM Development launches 93-unit residential development in Dubai AUM Development launched Ryze Residences in Warsan, a 93-unit project starting at AED599,000 with a 40/60 payment plan. Targeting end-users and investors, it aims to benefit from Warsan’s growing connectivity, proximity to Academic City, and rising rental demand from students and young professionals. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai property demand holds strong as investors look past tensions The Dubai property market is continuing to attract investor interest despite regional tensions, with brokers saying international buyers still view the emirate as a safe destination for capital during periods of global uncertainty. Read the full article on Arabian Business 15,900 homes set to enter Abu Dhabi market this year Abu Dhabi’s residential market hit record highs in 2025, with sales rising 55% to Dh73.2 billion, led by off-plan demand. About 15,900 units are scheduled for completion in 2026, while prices and rents continue to climb amid strong investor appetite, population growth, and expanding development activity. Read the full article on Gulf News METAC Properties marks a landmark first at its Dubai Islands development METAC Properties has completed Haven Living, the first residential building on Dubai Islands to receive a building completion certificate. The milestone highlights the developer’s execution capability, with a second project nearing delivery and a third in preparation as it expands its presence in the destination. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Urban Capital Development officially enters Abu Dhabi market Urban Capital Development has entered the UAE property market through a strategic partnership with Al Dhafra International Projects Group. The developer plans heritage- and sustainability-led projects, starting with a residential and commercial scheme on Al Reem Island, followed by future developments on Saadiyat, Yas, and Masdar City. Read the full article on Construction Week Online Dubai’s Azizi Developments plans to raise up to $1 billion through sukuk Azizi Developments plans to raise $500 million to $1 billion through a sukuk by November 2026 to support future acquisitions. The move comes as the developer expands aggressively in Dubai and hospitality, while Moody’s expects steady corporate sukuk issuance amid strong business activity and lower rates. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 11th of March 2026 On the 11-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1,547,340,377. Off-plan dominated with AED 878,879,573 (56.8%), while Ready accounted for AED 668,460,804 (43.2%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 696.3 487.2 Villas 162.0 143.7 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 5.2 9.7 Commercial 15.3 27.9 Total 878.9 668.5 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 878,879,573 Off-plan activity remained firmly led by flats, which accounted for nearly four-fifths of this segment, while villas provided solid secondary support and other asset classes played a much smaller role. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 668,460,804 The ready market also leaned heavily toward flats, although villas captured a stronger share here than in off-plan, pointing to healthy demand for completed family-oriented stock alongside apartment transactions. On The Micro Level Market Insights & Outlook Dubai’s transaction activity on 11 March reflected a market still centered on residential demand, with off-plan maintaining the lead over ready stock. The strong weighting toward flats in both segments indicates continued appetite for liquid, broadly accessible unit types, while the ready market’s relatively higher villa share suggests end-user and upgrade demand remains present. Overall, the market structure points to a healthy mix of future supply absorption and completed-home demand. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

March 17, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 11-Mar-2026

Mohammed bin Rashid issues Law on quality, safety of buildings in Dubai Sharjah rents surge as demand reshapes housing choices across the emirate Sharjah’s rental market is rapidly rising, with average annual rents jumping 33% year-on-year to Dh60,000. Strong demand, new lifestyle communities, and population inflows are driving increases across many districts, while existing tenants remain protected by a three-year rent freeze, widening the gap between old and new lease prices. Read the full article on Gulf Business ‘Stability, not panic’: Dubai real estate companies have faith despite Iran war Dubai’s property market remains active despite regional conflict, recording 3,570 transactions worth Dh11.93bn in a week. Viewing activity is rebounding, though inquiries are down 45%. Analysts expect stability in prices, while prolonged conflict could weigh on the luxury segment, even as strong market fundamentals continue supporting demand. Read the full article on The National Mohammed bin Rashid issues Law on quality, safety of buildings in Dubai Dubai Law No. 3 of 2026 sets mandatory building quality and safety standards across all Dubai zones, requiring owners to obtain a Quality & Safety Certificate after inspections. Certificates last 10 years (<40 years old) or 5 years (≥40). Dubai Municipality oversees assessments via a system; violations bring AED100–1,000,000 fines. Read the full article on Zawya Emaar’s Palace Residences Creek Blue awards contract to Abanos Palace Residences Creek Blue is a luxury waterfront development on Dubai Creek, blending modern premium living with traditional architectural elements. The project targets affluent local and international buyers, supporting Dubai’s upscale urban growth. Abanos won the fit-out contract, highlighting its rising profile and reputation for delivering high-quality, large-scale interior solutions. Read the full article on Construction Week Online Azizi breaks ground on its first 5-star hotel in Dubai Azizi Developments has started construction of its first 5-star hotel at Azizi Riviera (MBR City), launching a AED 75bn hospitality push. Through Azizi Hospitality, it plans 151 hotels (mostly in Dubai), adding ~60,000 rooms and 75,000+ jobs, including a 7-star hotel in Burj Azizi on Sheikh Zayed Road. Read the full article on Zawya Abu Dhabi property market defies uncertainty, records over $1 billion in weekly deals in March Abu Dhabi’s property market stayed resilient despite regional conflict, with Dh4.267bn in first-week March sales. Top deals included an Dh88m Hidd Al Saadiyat villa (ready) and an Dh68m Four Seasons Saadiyat duplex (off-plan). Analysts cite strong 2025 growth, disciplined supply, and rising prices/rents supporting momentum into 2026. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Ardian and ADIA to launch new real estate secondaries platform Ardian and an ADIA-owned subsidiary will launch a real estate secondaries platform, betting on growing demand for liquidity and a valuation reset. The real estate secondaries market hit a record $20bn in 2025. Ardian aims to apply its secondaries expertise more systematically, expanding its long-standing partnership with ADIA. Read the full article on GDN Rentify launches UAE’s first AI-native rent infrastructure with ‘Rentify Pay’ Rentify launched Rentify Pay, positioning it as the UAE’s first “rent-native” infrastructure layer. It expands beyond “Rent Now, Pay Later” into an AI-powered platform that digitizes rental payments, records, and visibility for tenants and landlords, adds rewards via 200+ partners, and plans utilities and deeper automation. Free for landlords for year one. Read the full article on Zawya Fitch: UAE homebuilders to focus on preserving cash amid Middle East conflict Fitch says UAE homebuilders may shift to cash preservation after regional conflict reduced viewings and likely overseas demand. Near-term stability comes from pre-sales and escrowed cash, helping complete already sold projects. Risks focus on future, debt-seeded launches needing 60–65% pre-sales. Authorities may ease land/escrow terms; developers may extend payment plans, but that can raise debt. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 10th of March 2026 On the 10-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1.81bn. Off-plan dominated with AED 983.0m (54.4%), while Ready accounted for AED 825.4m (45.6%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 767.1 469.3 Villas 163.0 252.5 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 6.5 17.2 Commercial 46.4 86.4 Total 983.0 825.4 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 983.0m Off-plan activity was overwhelmingly apartment-led, with villas adding a meaningful secondary contribution. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 825.4m Ready transactions were more diversified, with villas and commercial taking a larger share than in off plan. On The Micro Level Market Insights & Outlook Trading remained balanced, but off-plan strength set the tone, driven primarily by off-plan flats (42.4% of the entire day’s value). On the ready side, villa transactions were notably strong (30.6% of ready), signalling continued appetite for end-user family stock alongside investor demand. If this mix persists, expect developers to keep momentum anchored in apartment launches, while the secondary market continues to find depth in villas and well-located commercial assets. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 10-Mar-2026

How Dubai’s property market is navigating recent tensions A temporary pause: How Dubai’s property market is navigating recent tensions Dubai’s real estate activity slowed sharply after the February 28 conflict, with weekly transaction value falling nearly 50%. However, the market structure remains intact: off-plan still dominates, luxury deals continue, and investor interest persists. The data suggests a temporary “risk-off” pause rather than a fundamental market breakdown. Read the full article on Gulf Business Dubai real estate broker commissions hit $3.7bn as number of brokers reaches 32,294 The Dubai real estate brokerage sector recorded strong growth in 2025, with commissions and transaction volumes rising sharply as the industry expanded its role within the emirate’s property ecosystem. Read the full article on Arabian Business Abu Dhabi’s residential real estate market enters 2026 with strong investor confidence, robust demand drivers Abu Dhabi’s residential market enters 2026 strong, with record 2025 transactions (22,400 deals worth AED73.2bn). Off-plan dominates activity, while prices and rents continue rising. Driven by investor confidence, population growth, and limited supply, the market is expected to remain resilient with steady demand and continued price growth. Read the full article on Economy Middle East Off-plan apartment in Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah sells for Dh92.5 million Dubai sold a Dh92.5m off-plan apartment at Armani Beach Residences, Palm Jumeirah (about 11,520 sq ft, ~Dh8,020/sq ft). Midday transactions hit ~Dh2.4bn. Luxury demand remains strong: 2025 logged 6,668 deals worth Dh143.8bn, up sharply from 2024. Read the full article on Gulf News Dubai real estate: Key fundamentals continue to underpin long-term investor confidence Dubai’s residential market remains stable, supported by population growth, infrastructure, and regulation, Springfield Properties says. February 2026 logged 15,369 transactions worth AED45.39bn (+2.51% YoY volume, +9.59% value). Apartments led activity, while townhouses and villas showed strong family demand. Investor enquiries remain active, targeting opportunistic buys. Read the full article on Economy Middle East Dubai residential property market records $12.36bn in February sales across 15,369 transactions Dubai residential property market recorded 15,369 transactions worth AED45.39bn ($12.36bn) in February 2026, reflecting sustained activity across the emirate’s real estate sector. Read the full article on Arabian Business Dubai Residential REIT pays $300m dividend for 2025 Unit holders of Dubai Residential REIT, which listed on the Dubai Financial Market in May 2025, have approved a dividend for the second half of 2025 as the company’s revenues rise. Read the full article on Arabian Gulf Business Insight Dubai’s growing population set to sustain property momentum, analysts say Analysts expect Dubai’s housing market to moderate as a large supply wave arrives (about 180,000 units in 2026–28). Apartments, especially affordable studios/1-beds in high-delivery areas, are most exposed, while villas look more resilient. Demand should stay elevated, but growth may cool, with developers cushioned by backlogs and banks less exposed than past cycles. Read the full article on Gulf News Imtiaz Developments delivers first residential project on Dubai Islands from AED 6bln development portfolio Imtiaz Developments has handed over Beach Walk, becoming the first developer to complete and deliver a residential project on Dubai Islands. The milestone anchors the area’s next growth phase and strengthens Imtiaz’s early-mover position, with 15+ active projects and a Dubai Islands portfolio valued above AED6bn. Beach Walk is an 80-unit luxury waterfront development with resort-style amenities and is sold out. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 9th of March 2026 On the 09-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1.60bn. Off-plan dominated with AED 1.14bn (71.4%), while Ready accounted for AED 458.2m (28.6%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 802.5 385.0 Villas 288.9 43.9 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 1.2 0.4 Commercial 49.8 28.8 Total 1,142.6 458.2 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 1.14bn Off-plan demand stayed firmly apartment-led, with villas providing a meaningful secondary pillar of value. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 458.2m The ready segment remained heavily concentrated in apartments, with commercial contributing a noticeable slice relative to villas. On The Micro Level Market Insights & Outlook Overall activity was clearly risk-weighted toward off-plan, where flats captured the bulk of value. The ready market mirrored this structure with even stronger apartment concentration, suggesting end-user and investor liquidity continues to prioritize core residential stock, while non-residential activity remains present but secondary. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

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Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 09-Mar-2026

The Opening Week of March 2026 Reflected a Clear Slowdown in Market Activity The first week of March (Week 10) witnessed the start of the US-led military operations against Iran, which had a visible effect on Dubai’s real estate market. Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 3,740.6 1,516.0 Villas 772.6 415.4 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 1.8 76.6 Commercial 308.2 291.4 Total 4,823.1 2,459.3 The market recorded AED7.28 billion (Sales 6B, Mortgage 962M, Gifts 266M) in total transactions across 2,770 deals (2184 Sales, 459 Mortgage, 127 Gifts), transactions value dropped 31.6% and the number of transactions dropped 42.8%. Overall, Off-Plan transactions reached AED4.82 billion, representing 66.2% of the weekly market, while Ready property sales totalled AED2.46 billion, accounting for 33.8% of total trading. Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED4.82 billion Share of Weekly Total: 66.2% The off-plan segment continued to dominate the market, driven primarily by apartment launches and strong investor demand for new developments. Sub-Category Value (AED millions) % of Off-Plan Flats 3,740.6 77.6% Villas 772.6 16.0% Hotel Apts & Rooms 1.8 0.04% Commercial 308.2 6.4% Apartments were the clear driver of off-plan activity, contributing over three-quarters of the segment’s value, reflecting continued appetite for investor-friendly apartment projects and payment plans. Top Performing Off-Plan Areas Area Value (AED millions) Al Yelayiss 1 546.7 Jumeirah Second 461.2 Palm Jumeirah 322.9 Palm Deira 292.2 Zaabeel Second 256.4 The top 10 off-plan areas generated AED2.70 billion, representing 56% of the entire off-plan market. Several high-value master-planned districts dominated the list. Al Yelayiss 1 (Damac Islands) led the market due to ongoing activity in large-scale development zones, while Jumeirah Second and Palm Jumeirah continued to attract high-end investment interest. Meanwhile, Palm Deira (Dubai Islands) and Zaabeel Second highlight the growing importance of major waterfront and redevelopment zones. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED2.46 billion Share of Weekly Total: 33.8% The ready property market remained active, though it represented a smaller share of overall transactions compared with off-plan developments. Sub-Category Value (AED millions) % of Ready Flats 1,516.0 61.6% Villas 415.4 16.9% Hotel Apts & Rooms 76.6 3.1% Commercial 291.4 11.8% Apartments again led the segment, accounting for over 60% of ready property transactions, while villas maintained a stable secondary share. Top Performing Ready Areas Area Value (AED millions) The Greens 343.0 Dubai Marina 246.3 Burj Khalifa 160.3 Palm Jumeirah 156.2 Jumeirah Village Circle 141.2 The top 10 ready areas generated AED1.44 billion, representing 58% of the ready market. Established residential districts dominated the ready segment. The Greens led weekly trading; it was mainly portfolio mortgage of Onyx Tower shops and the Hotel. Dubai Marina, Burj Khalifa, and Palm Jumeirah continued to attract premium buyers and investors seeking trophy assets and short-term rental potential. On the Micro Level Weekly Comparison Metric Last Week This Week Change Total Volume AED10.65B AED7.28B -31.6% Transactions 4,841 2,770 -42.8% Market Insights & Outlook Despite the week-on-week decline, Dubai’s real estate market remains structurally unchanged. Off-plan developments continue to dominate the market, supported by new project launches and investor-friendly payment structures, while the ready market maintains stable liquidity in established residential communities. The continued concentration of activity in areas such as Palm Jumeirah, Business Bay, and Dubai Marina, alongside the emergence of large development corridors like Al Yelayiss and Palm Deira (Dubai Islands), highlights the dual nature of Dubai’s property cycle, balancing mature investment districts with the next generation of mega developments. The market is expected to remain active. The coming few weeks will play a pivotal role in shaping the market in 2026. Data Source: Dubai Land Department Only freehold transactions are included

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