Thought Leadership

Thought Leadership • UAE

The Power of Clustering in Driving Success

In Dubai’s urban development landscape, the strategy of clustering - concentrating interconnected businesses within a specific geographic area - has emerged as a powerful catalyst for innovation, efficiency, and economic growth.

P.P. Varghese • Robert Thomas • Charlie Sargent • 2025-03-13

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Abu Dhabi Annual Market Update 2024/2025

Abu Dhabi real estate hits record highs as demand outpaces supply. Rising sales, record rents, and tight office space define Abu Dhabi’s real estate market.

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Dubai Annual Market Update 2024/2025

Soaring demand and limited supply defined 2024, breaking records in both residential and office markets, with further increases expected in 2025. Increased supply pipeline and regulatory updates set to create more balance in specific areas by 2026/2027.

Prathyusha Gurrapu • 2025-01-30

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Marketbeats • UAE

MARKETBEAT- Office Q1 2025, Dubai, UAE

Dubai continues to experience a supply shortage, with only 0.89 million sq. ft. of new office stock expected in 2025. Major upcoming projects include the Innovation Hub (2025), DIFC Square (2026), and Aldar’s Office Tower (2027). However, strong pre-leasing activity is absorbing much of this future supply. The market is expected to remain undersupplied through 2026, maintaining upward pressure on rents and occupancy. A potential rebalancing may occur from 2027–2028 as more projects are delivered. In response, off-plan strata office sales have surged, with strong transactional activity driven by investor and end-user demand.

Prathyusha Gurrapu • 2025-05-26

Marketbeats • UAE

MARKETBEAT- Office Q1 2025, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Prime and Grade A offices are in high demand. Prime rents range from AED 180–260/sqft/year, while Grade A offices lease for AED 150–180/sqft/year. Quality, location, and efficient layouts continue to support rental strength amid constrained supply.

Prathyusha Gurrapu • 2025-05-26

Marketbeats • UAE

MARKETBEAT- Office Q4 2024, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Abu Dhabi’s office market continues to experience robust growth, marked by a significant increase in occupancy levels. Demand is primarily driven by the banking, finance, and hydrocarbons sectors, maintaining prime and Grade A occupancy at 95%, supported by stable rental rates and strong competition for Grade A spaces.

2025-01-24