Top International Broker 2025 🏆
We have been recognised as the No.1 International Broker by Sales Value for 2025 at the @DAMACOfficial Annual Awards.
Here's to an even bigger 2026 🥂
🏆 Thanks to all our clients and credit to the team 👏🏼
Q1 brought its challenges to the Dubai real estate market, but through it all, we kept pushing and delivering.
The strategy is designed to enhance government efficiency, strengthen financial sustainability and support long-term economic growth.
It will leverage AI and data-driven solutions to improve financial services and customer experience, while promoting innovation and expanding global partnerships.
The UK has lifted its advisory against all but essential travel to the UAE following a US–Iran agreement aimed at reducing regional tensions.
The move is expected to support tourism, particularly in Dubai, a popular destination for British travellers. The advisory had been in place since March amid heightened regional tensions.
Last year, Dubai welcomed around 1.4 million visitors from the UK, one of its largest tourism markets.
UAE stock markets posted gains on Tuesday as trading resumed after the Islamic New Year holiday, supported by improving global market sentiment.
Dubai’s benchmark index advanced 1.76%, driven by strong performances from Emaar Properties, Emirates NBD, Emaar Development and Air Arabia.
Abu Dhabi’s ADX climbed 1.05%, with First Abu Dhabi Bank, Aldar Properties, ADCB and ADIB among the key contributors.
Abu Dhabi has entered the world’s top 50 emerging startup ecosystems, ranking 41–50 in the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Report with an ecosystem value of $73.4 billion.
The emirate’s startup ecosystem has grown by more than 3,000% since 2018–2020, driven by strong performance in AI, R&D, funding, and talent development, with Hub71 playing a key role in attracting startups and investment.
Mondrian Al Marjan Island Beach Residences by ELEVATE, in partnership with Ennismore, reflects strong demand for branded waterfront homes.
Growth is supported by major developments like Wynn Al Marjan Island, with the island emerging as a key investment hub driven by lifestyle-led demand and rising global investment.
Sheikh Hamdan chaired a meeting of Dubai’s Higher Committee for Future Technology and Digital Economy, focusing on accelerating agentic AI adoption and digital transformation.
He approved Dubai hosting the 50th ICPC World Finals in 2026. The meeting also reviewed AI initiatives targeting 295,000 companies, along with new tools and startups to boost the digital economy.
Sheikh Rashid has issued a law establishing the Dubai Longevity Authority to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global centre for longevity, wellness, and advanced healthcare.
Led by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed and chaired by Helal Saeed Almarri, the authority will oversee regulation, innovation, and sector development, supporting the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).
Dubai Holding Real Estate has partnered with Commercial Bank of Dubai to launch a home financing programme for eligible buyers across Nakheel, Meraas, and Dubai Properties developments.
Available to UAE nationals and residents the scheme offers conventional and Islamic financing, competitive rates, and streamlined digital approvals.
Buyers can access financing from the 30% construction stage once 50% of the property value has been paid, helping make homeownership more accessible and efficient.
Designed on a 20-minute city model, the project will feature residential towers, villas, offices creating a “city within a city.” It will also include schools, healthcare, and daily essentials within close reach, supported by smart infrastructure, digital connectivity, and EV-friendly mobility.
Dubai’s real estate sector continues to attract new talent, with Dubai Land Department data showing 1,670 new broker registrations in the second quarter.
The total is expected to surpass 2,000 by the end of June, potentially reaching around 2,235 registrations. Industry experts view this as a sign of sustained confidence in the market, even as the sector enters a phase of consolidation and more balanced growth.
Dubai’s residential real estate market recorded 66,900 transactions worth AED196.2 billion ($53.42 billion) between January and May 2026, with off-plan properties accounting for nearly three-quarters of all sales.
While activity slowed in May, the market continued to show solid performance overall. At the same time, Dubai’s office sector recorded AED8.2 billion in sales in Q1 2026, driven by strong demand for off-plan offices, alongside continued growth in office prices and rental rates.
A new international survey shows the UAE leading global property investment interest, with 56% of investors favouring it over other major markets.
The appeal is driven by strong returns, economic stability, investor-friendly regulations, and ongoing infrastructure development.
The UAE has ranked first globally in AI adoption, according to the Microsoft AI Diffusion Report Q1 2026. With 70.1% of its working-age population using AI, the UAE became the first country to surpass the 70% mark, outperforming nations including Singapore, Norway, Ireland, and the UK.
Sheikh Rashid has issued Law No. 12 of 2026 to strengthen Dubai’s social sector, enhance community services, and support sustainable development.
The law also introduces a unified system for managing social and humanitarian cases and establishes a Community Development Fund to support eligible groups, social initiatives, and emergency aid.
The UAE’s real GDP grew by 6.2% in 2025, reaching AED1.9 trillion, while the non-oil economy expanded by 6.8% to AED1.5 trillion, reflecting the success of the country’s diversification strategy.
Construction led growth with an 11.1% increase, followed by financial and insurance activities (10.4%), real estate (7.9%), and transport and storage (7.8%). Trade remained the largest contributor to non-oil GDP, accounting for 16.9% of the total.