Malakai Rashid

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UAE enters final stage of summer as cooler season approaches

The UAE enters the final phase of summer as Al Kulaybin and Suhail signal a gradual seasonal transition, while hot weather is expected to continue through August.

Dubai Property Market Cools as New Housing Supply Expands

Dubai home prices and rents declined in Q2 2026 as new housing supply increased, with 32,000 additional homes expected to enter the market this year.

Dubai Expands Digital Property Services as Investors Seek Greater Transparency

Explore how Dubai's expanded digital property services and official transaction data improve transparency, strengthen investor confidence, and support smarter decisions.

How New Infrastructure Projects Could Boost Property Values in Dubai

Discover how Dubai's expanding metro, roads and urban developments are boosting property values, attracting investors and creating new real estate opportunities.

Blackstone Expands Gulf Strategy with Planned Dubai Office

Blackstone plans to open a Dubai office in DIFC, reinforcing its Gulf expansion strategy and strengthening Dubai's position as a leading global financial hub.

Dubai Opens a New Chapter for Property Investment Through Tokenization

Discover how Dubai is expanding real estate tokenization, lowering investment barriers and creating new opportunities through regulated digital property ownership.

Buying, Renting or Investing? Dubai’s Housing Market Enters a More Disciplined Era

Dubai's housing market shifts toward careful investment in 2026 as buyers prioritise quality, infrastructure, luxury assets and long-term value over speculation.

Dubai’s Property Market Gains Momentum as Buyers Prioritise Communities

Dubai's property market reached AED 252 billion in Q1 2026 as investors increasingly prioritise connected communities, long-term value and lifestyle-driven developments.

UAE Equities Retreat as Regional Tensions Weigh on Investor Confidence

UAE stock markets declined as Middle East tensions unsettled investors, while oil volatility and strong corporate earnings shaped trading across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Blackstone Expands Gulf Strategy With Planned Dubai Office

Blackstone is preparing to open a Dubai office, strengthening its Gulf strategy as the investment giant expands across the UAE despite regional geopolitical uncertainty.

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