Real Estate

The UAE’s real‑estate sector has matured into a stable, investor‑friendly landscape, buoyed by post‑pandemic inflows of professionals and high‑net‑worth individuals. Yet whether it’s better to rent or buy varies sharply by neighbourhood. Districts Where Renting Is the Smarter Choice A recent report from Bloom Holding identifies eight areas where monthly rents are significantly...

Dubai’s real‑estate sector remains one of the world’s most attractive, buoyed by robust economic growth, pro‑investor regulations, and steady foreign capital. Long‑term residency initiatives and continued infrastructure expansion have reinforced confidence, keeping demand high across residential, commercial, and luxury segments. Yet off‑plan purchases still carry legal risks, and buyers must...

Buyers from the United Arab Emirates are emerging as some of the most active foreign investors in the U.S. residential property market, according to a new report by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). In the latest findings released Monday, the UAE is tied for sixth place globally—alongside Brazil, Colombia, and Nigeria—each accounting for 3% of international real estate purchases in the...

Dubai: Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund, Mubadala, is part of an international consortium acquiring Techem, a German-based digital energy solutions provider for the real estate industry, in a deal valued at Dh29 billion (6.7 billion euros). Headquartered in Germany, Techem serves over 440,000 customers across 18 countries, supporting more than 13 million properties globally. The company specializes...

In a landmark step beyond its home market, 158‑year‑old Indian construction and real‑estate powerhouse Shapoorji Pallonji has delivered its first international residential venture, Imperial Avenue in Downtown Dubai. The 45‑storey tower—framed by sweeping views of Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Canal—ushers the group into Dubai’s luxury‑property arena. Imperial Avenue welcomes...

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company has joined forces with a consortium of international investors to acquire Germany-based Techem Energy Services in a $7.9 billion (AED 29 billion) deal, aiming to accelerate decarbonisation in the global real estate sector. Announced on Monday, the acquisition involves Mubadala alongside Switzerland’s Partners Group, Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC,...

Park Group has taken a decisive step toward regional expansion by opening a Dubai office and unveiling Ajman Creek Towers, a milestone development making its first appearance in the Dubai market. This two‑part announcement illustrates the firm’s intention to weave Ajman’s real‑estate landscape more closely into Dubai’s while accelerating its presence across the Emirates. The newly established...

Young professionals earning between AED 10,000 and AED 15,000 are being encouraged to consistently save 20–30% of their monthly income if they plan to purchase property. According to real estate experts, with disciplined savings and gradual income growth, this can make a property down payment achievable within 3 to 5 years. “For properties priced between AED 600,000 and AED 900,000, a 15–20% down...

SHARJAH – The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has appointed Yousif Ahmed AlMutawa as its new Chief Real Estate Officer, expanding his leadership role beyond his current position as CEO of Sharjah Sustainable City. In this new role, AlMutawa will guide Shurooq’s overarching real estate strategy across Sharjah and the Northern Emirates. AlMutawa's expanded responsibilities will...

Dubai-based fractional property platform PRYPCO Blocks has successfully wrapped up its first-ever Exit Window, a notable step forward in reshaping how real estate is accessed and invested in across the UAE. The platform saw over 2,800 fractional property units, referred to as "Blocks," change hands through 211 transactions, reaching a total value of approximately AED 300,000 ($81,700) during the...