Abu Dhabi continues to confirm the strength of its economic components, based on a well-defined long-term vision, continuous investments in infrastructure, upgrading of a modern lifestyle, and building a sophisticated business environment. These elements continue to entrench the attractiveness of the emirate as a destination for living, working and investing.Aldar’s performance reflects the strength of these elements, along with the well-thought-out investment decisions we have made over the years to build a more diverse and flexible business ecosystem. With the accumulated revenue balance of our development projects reaching AED 71.6 billion and the value of assets managed to AED 57 billion, we have succeeded in building a strong business base that provides a clear vision of future…

Abu Dhabi is expected to see a new residential property project launch every three days over a 90-day period, with around 30 developments worth up to Dh45 billion preparing to enter the market, as demand for off-plan homes and resale properties remains strong. According to Metropolitan Capital Real Estate, the upcoming launches could bring between Dh33 billion and Dh45 billion worth of new residential inventory to the market, giving buyers more options as competition among developers increases. The new supply comes as more than Dh40 billion worth of residential properties have found buyers since January, based on developer reports and the company’s analysis of property registry data. Despite the growing number of launches, buyers are becoming more selective, focusing on location,…

The Sugee Group, in collaboration with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, has announced the development of Vienna House Residences by Wyndham on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, making it the world’s first residential project with the Vienna House brand, with furnished units, hospitality and short-term rental possibilities.According to a press release, the project represents the entry of the European brand “Vienna House” into the market of residential units with hotel brands for the first time in the world, in addition to expanding its presence in the Middle East, through a partnership between the real estate developer “Sogi” and the “Wyndham” group.According to the two companies, the project will include fully furnished residential units, combining…

Tenants in Dubai could pay roughly a quarter to nearly half less by choosing regulated shared housing over a studio or one-bedroom flat, according to property experts, who also expect stronger demand for larger apartments in approved areas. Dubai Municipality has identified more than 44 areas for shared housing under Law No. 4 of 2026. Shared housing is split into individual and family categories, and each residential unit must be allocated to only one. The circular sets out requirements for shared facilities and services based on the category and number of occupants. Farooq Syed, CEO of Springfield Properties, said a studio renting for Dh45,000 a year costs about Dh3,750 a month. “At Dh2,000 a month for shared accommodation, a resident could save Dh21,000 a year, or nearly 47…

Sdeira Group, a subsidiary of AD Ports Group, has unveiled the masterplan for Aryam Community – KEZAD Al Mamourah, providing new details of the development being designed to accommodate up to 27,000 people working across KEZAD Al Mamourah’s industrial, logistics and commercial ecosystem. Announced at Make it in the Emirates 2026, the community will provide scalable accommodation close to employers, alongside everyday amenities and services. The development will support Abu Dhabi’s expanding industrial workforce as the emirate advances its Industrial Strategy, which targets growth of the manufacturing sector to AED 172 billion by 2031. Construction of the two-phase development, located within KEZAD Al Mamourah A near Khalifa Port and the Abu Dhabi–Dubai transport…

 In less than an hour from its launch, a new waterfront residential project in Sharjah registered expressions of interest amounting to 150% of its total available inventory of 862 residences, reflecting strong demand for premium real estate developments in the emirate and buyer confidence in Sharjah's market opportunities. This demand was registered for the project Seef Residences, launched by Alef Group, the Sharjah-based real estate developer shaping modern integrated communities and destinations, in the Al Khan area with investments reaching 1.2 billion AED, offering a new residential destination on a peninsula featuring three waterfront views, direct beach access, green spaces, and resort-inspired amenities. This level of expressions of interest was recorded during the…

Tomorrow World Properties is expanding its prestigious portfolio with The Bay Interiors by Missoni, a branded residential project on Dubai Islands that marks another milestone in the company’s growth. Developed in collaboration with globally renowned Italian fashion house Missoni, the project is now entering its pre-launch phase. Within Island A, The Bay occupies an exceptionally rare position directly on the main marina, immediately adjacent to the main yacht club. As the final unlaunched plot along this prominent stretch, the project represents a unique opportunity within Dubai Islands, particularly as opportunities in the most established and strategically positioned locations become increasingly limited. Its significance therefore extends beyond the development itself: The Bay…

 Abu Dhabi residential property market maintained its resilience in the third quarter of 2026 recording 6085 transactions worth 21.5 billion AED according to the latest Market in Minutes report from Savills Middle East. While transaction volumes declined by 19% quarter on quarter and 7% year on year total sales value remained 32% above third quarter 2025 levels reflecting continued demand for higher value properties.  Off plan properties accounted for 81% of residential transactions during the quarter reinforcing their dominant position in the market. The average off plan transaction value reached 5 million AED increasing by 15% quarter on quarter and 40% year on year while the average ready property transaction stood at 2.8 million AED. The luxury residential segment…

Dubai’s approval of shared housing is unlikely to bring rents down, but instead could push the rents higher in those communities, according to property experts. Shared housing in Dubai is being brought under stricter regulations, with more than 44 areas approved for shared accommodation. Dubai Municipality has set minimum space, safety and facility requirements, while landlords must obtain permits and comply with occupancy rules. The measures aim to curb overcrowding and protect tenants’ rights. “Dubai has always had shared housing. It just never had it on paper,” he said. Partitioned flats, co-living and bedspaces that never appeared in Ejari will now sit on the books once operators are permitted and tenancies link to Dubai Land Department records. “It is…

The founder of "Emaar Real Estate", Mohammed Al-Abbar, said that the company does not offer discounts on the prices of its real estate units, and does not make adjustments to payment plans, even in cases of slowing sales, explaining that this policy aims to protect the rights of former buyers and maintain their confidence in the company's projects.Al-Abbar explained, during a dialogue session within the summit of "RISE" (RISE) on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, that the sale of a residential unit at a specified price and then the launch of a similar unit in the same building at a discount of up to 50% for a new buyer represents harm to investors who bought their units at original prices, according to "Emirates Today".Developer Discounts and LiquidityAlabbar pointed out that some real estate…

The real estate market in the Emirate of Sharjah confirmed the attraction of investors from 130 different nationalities during the first nine months of this year 2026, while the total real estate traded between various investment categories reached 46,125 properties, and the market recorded the accession of 9,891 new investors during the period, in an indicator that reflects the diversity of the investor base and the attractiveness of the real estate environment in the emirate, supported by the diversity of ownership opportunities and the diversity of investment projects, according to the Emirates News Agency (WAM).The data of the Department of Real Estate Registration showed that the number of new investors in other countries was 4,526, followed by investors in the Arab countries with…

Dubai's Jumeirah Group used the recent regional conflict to fast-track its renovation pipeline, completing two years of work in a single year, its CEO Thomas Meier has revealed. Speaking at the Rise summit in Dubai, Thomas said the safety of colleagues and guests was the first priority during the crisis. But once the initial wave passed, the group stepped back and reassessed its plans. "We assessed what projects we had lined up for renovation, new restaurants, change of concept," he said. "And this summer we did the renovation, the scope that we had for two years within one year." The group made tough decisions. Some hotels were temporarily closed so work could move faster. Now Jumeirah is ramping up those hotels, adding new restaurants and new rooms ahead of the coming…