Dubai Land Department has signed a memorandum of cooperation with Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region, to establish a joint framework for conducting regulatory and technical studies. The partnership aims to develop streamlined mechanisms for real estate transaction registration and enhance the efficiency of the broader real estate ecosystem. It will focus on delivering innovative financial solutions that prioritise customer experience and support investors throughout their property journey. Under this partnership, both parties will collaborate on two forward-looking studies addressing procedural, and regulatory aspects. The first study will focus on optimising

Leading real estate developer London Gate has announced the launch of three distinct residential projects in collaboration with OCTA Properties. This marks their second partnership following the successful launch of Vanguard by Franck Muller. The collaboration was formalised through a signing ceremony held at the OCTA Properties Sales Centre. This next chapter in the alliance includes another Franck Muller-branded development, this time located in Dubai Maritime City, bringing the signature sophistication of the Swiss watch brand to a striking new waterfront address. The three upcoming developments include: A modern, design-led collection of studios, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments in Dubai South, with family-friendly amenities and a

Property Finder, MENA's leading property portal, has launched PF Market Pulse, a bi-monthly consumer sentiment survey that captures real-time insights into buyer and seller behaviour and market expectations across the UAE's property landscape. Property Finder leverages its position as the most visited and trusted real estate platform in the region to take the pulse of the market. Through targeted questions high-intent users provide valuable insights into their perceptions of the property landscape. Users actively browsing listings are first asked: "Are you planning to buy a property in the next 6 months?" Those who respond positively are then presented with a follow-up multiple-choice question: "How do you

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has signed a memorandum of cooperation with Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region, to establish a joint framework for conducting regulatory and technical studies. The partnership aims to develop streamlined mechanisms for real estate transaction registration and enhance the efficiency of the broader real estate ecosystem. It will focus on delivering innovative financial solutions that prioritise customer experience and support investors throughout their property journey. Under this partnership, both parties will collaborate on two forward-looking studies addressing procedural, and regulatory aspects. The first study will focus on optimising the

Binghatti Holding Ltd, a leading UAE luxury real estate developer, reported record financial results for the first half of 2025, with year-on-year profit and revenue almost tripling, driven by the continued demand for Binghatti developments. Net profit in the first half of 2025 rose 172% year-on-year to AED 1.82 billion, compared to AED 668 million in the same period last year. Total sales reached AED 8.8 billion, representing a 60% year-on-year increase, while revenue surged almost threefold to AED 6.3 billion, making the Company one of the fastest growing in Dubai’s real estate market. The Group also saw strong expansion of its

New findings from Savills latest Dubai Office Market in Minutes report for Q2 2025 indicate a shift from last year’s pattern of across-the-board rental growth, with signs that rents are beginning to level out in several submarkets. At the same time, the market continues to see strong appetite for larger office spaces and an evolving mix of future supply, marking a noticeable change from the trends observed in 2024. While average prime office rents remain 36% higher year-on-year, the report highlights that 11 of the 23 submarkets tracked by Savills saw no quarterly change in rents, a contrast to last year’s

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced that the construction of Azizi Vista in Dubai Studio City is now 98% complete. Located in one of Dubai’s most sought-after, rapidly growing residential areas, the development, which features studios, one-, and two-bedroom apartments,was planned to be delivered toward the end of Q3 2025, but will now be completed sooner, ahead of schedule. Construction is on the verge of finalization. All structural, blockwork, internal plaster, tiling, HVAC, MEP, swimming pool, façade, and elevator works have been successfully finished. External works and overall finishes are advancing rapidly, both currently also at

Ellington Properties, Dubai’s design-led, award-winning developer, has grown its partnership with Keyper, the Dubai-based prop-tech solutions provider, through making a strategic investment in the company. Together, they are creating a revolutionary digital-first experience for property investors, blending Ellington’s luxury craftsmanship with Keyper’s cutting-edge rental management and payments solutions to deliver an elevated experience for property investors throughout their investment journey. A New Era for Property Investors This collaboration will change what is possible for property ownership and management. Keyper’s app and platform—already boasting over 100,000 downloads and powering AED 100mn in annual rental payments—puts unparalleled control in the hands of Ellington’s customers,

MERED, the international real estate developer redefining lifestyle through architecture, design, and innovation, has launched its Summer Internship Program as part of its Iconic Talents & Iconic Legends initiative. The program offers aspiring professionals practical, project-based experience within one of the fastest-growing real estate markets in the world. Open to students and recent graduates from disciplines such as architecture, engineering, sales, project management, finance, and government relations, the internship offers a robust, hands-on learning experience. Participants will work alongside MERED’s in-house teams and gain exposure to its network of world-renowned partners, including Pininfarina, Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), Mirage, Sera Group, and

Dubai’s real estate sector recorded an exceptional performance in H1 2025, further reinforcing the emirate’s position as a leading global hub in this vital sector. According to data issued by the Dubai Land Department, the number of real estate transactions reached 125,538, up from 99,947 during the same period in 2024, an increase of 26%. The total value of these transactions reached approximately AED431 billion, compared to AED345 billion last year, a 25% rise, highlighting the strong growth momentum in the market. The total number of real estate procedures, encompassing sales, leases, and other transaction types, exceeded 1.3 million during the same