Dubai office investment requires a clear view of the facilities an occupier receives and the costs attached to them. A shared lounge, wellness space or business centre can be useful, but its value depends on access, operating arrangements and the people expected to use it. The announcement behind the discussionLMD’s launch statement, published by Executive Bulletin on 22 October 2026, describes five...
Dubai ground leases deserve close attention when assessing a plot or an income-producing building. The proposed flotation of DIP Holding offers a timely example of why the land interest and the building’s operating income need separate analysis. What the 19 October announcement saysDubai Investments announced its intention to offer existing shares representing 20% of DIP Holding on the Dubai Financial...
Dubai logistics land deserves to be assessed through the operation it can support. A new partnership announcement provides a useful starting point for that discussion, without establishing a rent forecast or a ready-made valuation for other sites. What was announcedJD’s corporate release, published on 15 October 2026, reports an MoU signed on 13 October between Gargash Prime and JINGDONG Property. The...
Dubai’s latest residential research gives whole-building buyers and landowners a useful question to ask: does stronger market activity translate into dependable income for this particular property? A busy enquiry pipeline and a sound investment case are different measures. What the new report measures Betterhomes’ report, published on 14 October, says secondary residential sales increased 16%...
Dubai’s latest private-capital conference announcement gives landowners and whole-building investors a useful reason to review how they present an investment opportunity. The commercial focus is preparation: an investor needs a proposition that can be assessed against clear evidence, realistic costs and an understandable ownership structure.What has been announcedEmirates News Agency reported on 12...
by Savills -Dubai's office market remained broadly stable during Q2 2026, with total leasing transactions increasing 4% quarter-on-quarter to 38,082 transactions. Whilst the increase was primarily driven by new lease activity in smaller office units, the report notes that larger occupiers adopted longer decision-making timelines during the quarter. The report examines key market trends across leasing...
by Savills - Dubai's residential market entered a period of normalisation during Q2 2026, with transaction volumes moderating following several quarters of exceptional activity. Residential transactions declined 19% quarter-on-quarter to 35,884, as buyers became increasingly selective amid rising supply, greater housing choice and ongoing regional uncertainty. Despite these near-term headwinds, the report...
by Savills - Dubai’s residential market entered 2026 with transaction volumes easing following strong activity levels throughout 2025. Q1 2026 recorded approximately 45,208 transactions, down 17% quarter-on-quarter, with March providing the clearest indication of current market conditions. Key Highlights 45,208 total transactions in Q1 2026 (-17% q-o-q) Off-plan market accounted for 72% of...
by Savills - Q1 2026 has seen a continuation of the narrative shifting from pure rental escalation to occupier strategy and tenure management coming into focusJanuary and February delivered strong activity levels, followed by an expected slowing of decision making with the arrival of Ramadan, further impacted by regional unrest and seasonal factors.Key HighlightsAED 238 per sq ft average rents (stable...
by Savills - Dubai’s office market closed Q4 2025 with rents continuing to rise, supported by sustained occupier demand and limited availability across key business districts. Average rents reached AED 255 per sq ft, reflecting a 32.4% year-on-year increase, although growth began to moderate towards the end of the year. Tenant demand remains focused on smaller office units, with 63% of enquiries...
