Dubai
Dubai Opens New Paths to Property Ownership for First-Time Buyers
Dubai widens property access through first-time buyer incentives, flexible rent payments and policies supporting long-term residential demand.
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.
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.
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.
Dubai luxury property market extends record-breaking growth
Dubai's luxury property sector continues attracting global investors as strong demand, premium developments and economic growth drive record market performance.
DP World expands UAE port network with two new eastern terminals
DP World will build two new port terminals on the UAE's eastern coast, strengthening logistics, expanding cargo capacity and supporting long-term trade growth.
UAE Prepares to Launch Its First Inter-Emirate Passenger Railway
The UAE will launch its first passenger railway linking Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Fujairah, improving connectivity, mobility, and long-term real estate investment opportunities.
UAE Launches Construction of a New Port to Bypass the Strait of Hormuz
The UAE is building a new port in Fujairah to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, strengthen supply chains, and improve regional logistics amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Merex Investment Plans to Start Redevelopment of Dubai’s Waterfront
Merex Investment plans to launch an ultra-luxury redevelopment at La Mer North, with 225 luxury homes set for completion by 2027, as Dubai’s retail and residential demand surges.
21 billionaires living in Dubai and 24 billionaires reside in the UAE
Dubai ranks 28th among cities with the most billionaires, hosting 21, while the UAE ranks 22nd among countries with 24 billionaires, according to the 2024 Hurun Global Rich List.
The Independent’s top three family hotels in Dubai
Discover Dubai’s best family hotels, from Atlantis, The Palm to JA Lake View, offering kids’ clubs, water parks, and adventure activities for all ages.
More British and European students are choosing to study in Dubai
Dubai is attracting more students from the UK and Europe, with growing demand for executive MBA programs and hybrid study options at top institutions.
Dubai developers reap big profits from homebuyers
Dubai’s luxury property market surged in 2024, with developers like Emaar and Binghatti doubling profits as expat demand and foreign investment drive growth.
Dubai’s Smart Rent Index stabilizes rental prices
The Dubai Land Department’s Smart Rent Index regulates rent increases, curbs inflation, and enhances fairness in the real estate sector through AI-driven market insights.
Raducanu beats Sakkari at Dubai Tennis Championships    Â
Emma Raducanu ended her losing streak with a dominant win over Maria Sakkari and will face Karolina Muchova in the second round in Dubai.
PIMCO opens Dubai Office: asset managers for investors in the region
PIMCO opens Dubai office to expand investment services in the Middle East
Discover Dubai’s incredible past and modern culture
Discover Dubai’s transformation from a historic pearl-hunting village to a global metropolis, blending tradition, cutting-edge architecture, and world-class experiences.
