Dubai has been ranked among the world’s top four FinTech hubs in the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI), driven by the success of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The emirate also advanced to 11th place globally overall, reflecting international confidence in its strong financial ecosystem, innovation-friendly infrastructure, and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33’s goal of...
The UAE real estate sector is charging ahead in 2025, with off-plan property sales reaching a record $41.9 billion, fueling momentum across the market. Analysts now project that the overall value of the UAE property market will hit $693.53 billion by year end, underscoring the strength of investor demand and strategic project launches. This surge is driven by a growing appetite for modern residential...
Abu Dhabi’s real estate market achieved a record AED54 billion ($14.7bn) in transactions during H1 2025, marking a 42% increase year-on-year. Driven by rising demand, limited supply, and a surge in luxury developments, the emirate saw residential sales climb to AED25 billion ($6.8bn), with premium apartments and master-planned communities leading growth. According to the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre’s...
India’s revised rules under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) are set to boost outbound capital flows, with the UAE emerging as a prime destination. Wealthy Indians are expected to channel up to $20 billion annually into overseas markets, diversifying into real estate, businesses, and equities, making the UAE one of the top beneficiaries of this financial liberalisation. By expanding the scope...
The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has launched 13 major housing projects in Abu Dhabi, delivering over 40,000 new homes and plots for Emirati citizens at a cost of Dh106 billion. These developments, spread across Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra, will feature integrated communities with schools, parks, mosques, and modern infrastructure, underscoring the...