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Cushman & Wakefield Core Advises on Record Breaking Forward Purchase of Major Mixed-Use Development
Landmark mixed-use forward purchase in Studio City signals rising and resilient institutional appetite for purpose-built rental communities in the UAE
14 May, 2026
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Dubai retail market enters next phase of evolution as supply, spending, and experience expand
Cushman & Wakefield Core releases Dubai Annual Retail Market Update 2025/2026, ahead of 2025 Dubai shopping festival
04 December, 2025
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Cushman & Wakefield Core appoints Craig Rooney to lead Project & Development Services in the UAE
New service line to deliver full lifecycle project management and development advisory across the Region
10 November, 2025
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2025 sees highest supply in five years across Dubai residential reshaping rental trends
Latest report from Cushman & Wakefield Core shows completions set to increase by more than 50% in 2026
04 November, 2025
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UAE’s Industrial and Logistics Sector Enters New Growth Cycle as Occupier Demand Outpaces Supply
Cushman & Wakefield Core releases UAE Logistics & Industrial Market Update 2025/2026
16 October, 2025
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Cushman & Wakefield Core: Why Serviced Offices Are Shaping the Future of Work in the UAE
The UAE’s office market has been on a remarkable journey. Over the past few years, the skyline has expanded, demand has surged, and Grade A occupancy levels have edged close to capacity. With Dubai’s prime office stock expected to cross 95% occupancy by the end of the year, businesses are now assessing their next move.
16 October, 2025
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Cushman & Wakefield Core Highlights How Reliability, Talent, and Sustainability Drive Gulf Industrial Real Estate's Competitiveness
KEZAD Group and Cushman & Wakefield Core highlight resilience as the new benchmark for occupiers and investors
08 October, 2025
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Dubai house rents are expected to cool in 2026, experts say
Communities with high volume of scheduled handovers likely to face downward pressure on asking rents
06 October, 2025
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Global Standard Full-Service Workplace: Cushman & Wakefield Core joins forces with Irth Group for launch of HQ by Rove
HQ by Rove, Dubai’s first hospitality-branded office building at Marasi Bay, introduces world-class concierge services.
22 September, 2025
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Gulf Industrial Real Estate Strengthens Competitiveness Through Reliability, Talent, and Sustainability
KEZAD Group and Cushman & Wakefield Core highlight resilience as the new benchmark for occupiers and investors
09 September, 2025
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Moving your family to Dubai? 9 best areas for top schools
Here's a breakdown of the most convenient neighbourhoods, with commute times, school access — so you can find the perfect fit for your family
01 September, 2025
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Property bonanza predicted as Etihad Rail network takes shape
From the UAE's far west to the northern emirates and Shah in the south, the Etihad Rail network is predicted to have profound effects on property and tourism
01 September, 2025
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Dubai developers return to selling office space to individual investors
Dubai’s office market continues to attract strong interest from both newly established local startups and international corporations looking to establish a presence
25 July, 2025
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Dubai real estate: What is illegal subletting? Experts warn against shared flats, lease breaches
Regular inspections carried out by Dubai Municipality have reduced the opportunities for illegal subletting
23 July, 2025
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UAE real estate outperforms global markets in H1 2025: Report
The UAE’s infrastructure, multimodal logistics access, energy costs and workforce capacity continue to attract occupiers, despite the upward trend in rental rates
22 July, 2025
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UAE Real Estate Mid-Year Update: Scarcity, Selectivity and Sector Divergence Shape 2025 Outlook
Cushman & Wakefield Core’s market commentary highlights resilient fundamentals and sharper investor focus as the market matures
22 July, 2025
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Dubai Advances Real Estate Innovation with Second Fully Tokenised Transaction
Dubai, UAE – Dubai has taken another step forward in real estate innovation with the completion of its second fully tokenised property sale, executed through the Dubai Land Department’s pilot platform earlier this month. The offering, which reportedly sold out in under two minutes, attracted investors from more than 30 countries, underscoring the strong international appetite for fractionalised real estate investment and reinforcing Dubai’s position at the forefront of financial innovation.
24 June, 2025
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UAE investors warn about red flags to avoid in a property transaction
Watch out for below-market pricing, inspect developer’s track record and verify title deed legitimacy, experts say
19 June, 2025
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Strata vs. Leasing: The Case for Long-Term Plays in Dubai's Office Market
Strata sales offer short-term de-risking, but consolidated ownership will ultimately generate stronger leasing performance, higher rental stability, and institutional exit options
19 June, 2025
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Dubai Land Department’s Second Tokenized Real Estate Offering Sells Out in Under Two Minutes
The second tokenized project on the ‘PRYPCO Mint’ platform was sold out in a record-breaking one minute and 58 seconds
16 June, 2025
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How real estate tokenisation aims to make buying property in Dubai affordable
Investors can buy a token for a share in the property for as little as Dh2,000
12 June, 2025
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Land prices surge as Dubai’s developers scramble for plots
A construction site in Dubai. The number of registered land deals in Dubai is up 7 percent year on year
12 June, 2025
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UAE malls in ‘non-prime’ areas could face pressure from Chinese goods diversion amid U.S. tariffs
UAE retailers are preparing for significant changes in 2025 as global trade tensions and evolving payment preferences reshape the regional shopping landscape
27 May, 2025
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Aldar's new Yas Island homes all sell for $231m
Strong demand among buyers as Middle East's first Disney theme park is set to be built in Abu Dhabi
27 May, 2025
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Ready-unit sales boost Abu Dhabi property market activity in April
Residential transactions rose 49% in April to Dh3.7 billion, EFG Hermes report says
27 May, 2025
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Abu Dhabi’s Modon Holding sells out Reem Island project for $272m on day of launch
Two-tower waterfront development is located close to ADGM
27 May, 2025
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Capital from Hong Kong, mainland China sets sights on Dubai, Abu Dhabi property
Inquiries from Chinese buyers surge and Hong Kong’s Gaw Capital and Black Spade Capital make investments
27 May, 2025
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Dubai office rents soar amid tight supply, strong demand
Average year-on-year rental price growth soared 45% across various sub-segments in 2025
11 May, 2025
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Abu Dhabi's Disney theme park 'good news for home owners and landlords', experts say
Attraction expected to create demand to live on Yas Island
09 May, 2025
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Cushman & Wakefield Core Advises on Strategic Sale of Aurora Tower
Cushman & Wakefield Core has advised on the strategic sale of Aurora Tower, a 225,000 sqft commercial building in Dubai Media City, marking a key divestment for AREIT and setting the stage for the asset’s next phase of repositioning.
01 May, 2025
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Dubai developers capitalise on local supply chains as Trump tariffs drive up construction costs
Price increases are directly impacting project plans, with many developers making significant adjustments to maintain viability
01 May, 2025
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Dubai free zones to gain from Trump tariff policies as businesses eye neutral UAE
The UAE’s position as a global trade hub with its business-friendly environment could attract more manufacturers and logistics firms looking to mitigate exposure to U.S. tariffs
25 April, 2025
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The giant drill transforming Stockholm’s energy grid
An ambitious plan to decarbonise Sweden’s energy has led to a colossal tunnel excavation under its capital city, using a 240-metre-long boring machine
27 March, 2025
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High demand drives gains in Abu Dhabi real estate
Property transactions in Abu Dhabi increased by 54 percent in 2024, with buyers favouring homes that were ready to move into
17 March, 2025
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Dubai office rents: Small businesses feel full impact of eviction notices
Landlords want to cash in office demand boom - but must follow rules on evictions
13 March, 2025
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Abu Dhabi real estate thriving as rents jump 20% and sales prices climb 11% and one area sees 31% returns
Abu Dhabi real estate market witnessed massive growth in residential and office sectors last year, and more growth expected
13 March, 2025
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Abu Dhabi’s residential sale prices and rents surge in 2024 amid high demand
Home sales rose by 11 percent, while rents increased by 20 percent, report says
13 March, 2025
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Abu Dhabi realty saw exponential growth in 2024: Cushman & Wakefield Core report
Abu Dhabi’s real estate market saw unprecedented growth in 2024, with residential rents rising 20%, sales prices climbing 11%, and prime office occupancy reaching 95%, as tight supply fuelled competition and pushed prices higher.
13 March, 2025
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Setting sights on Dh1 trillion real estate transactions in Dubai
Dubai’s real estate sector is on track to achieve a major milestone due to strong housing demand
11 March, 2025
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90-day notice must for rent hikes even under smart rental index, DLD clarifies
This applies even if the property qualifies for a rent increase under the new index
17 February, 2025
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Deyaar plans to launch projects worth $2bn in 2025 amid strong demand
The Dubai developer expects continued increase in rents and property prices this year amid supply shortage
14 February, 2025
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Most tenants renew leases due to high rents, but this could change; here’s why
Delivery of new units in the markets is giving tenants options to move to new areas in the outskirts
04 February, 2025
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Middle-class Britons join wealth exodus to UAE amid UK economic uncertainty
The migration wave comes as Britain grapples with multiple challenges, including the planned abolition of non-dom tax status and broader economic uncertainty
04 February, 2025
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Investor-driven Dubai realty market pricing out budget buyers and tenants
Budget-constrained investors and tenants in Dubai will likely look at properties in suburban areas and Northern Emirates as the real estate market in the prime areas of Dubai has become investor-driven, suggests a report from Cushman & Wakefield Core, a reputed real estate consultancy firm.
03 February, 2025
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Dubai real estate supply shortage pushed up property prices and rent last year – will it be the same in 2025?
Dubai real estate analysts weigh in on the impact of supply on property prices and rents this year
02 February, 2025
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Dubai office market to face shortage till 2027-28 as demand outpaces supply
The crunch will persist even as new office supply is expected to double in 2025 compared to 2024
31 January, 2025
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Record demand-supply gap in Dubai real estate
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
31 January, 2025
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Dubai office rents shoot up 15%-20% as landlords waste no time
Landlords want to jack up rents before Dubai adds offices to the digital Rental Index
20 January, 2025
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Record property prices, payment plans push buyers from prime areas to outskirts
Property prices in prime locations have been growing at single to double-digit rates on a quarterly basis
06 December, 2024
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Aldar acquires Dhs2.3bn commercial tower in DIFC
The flagship tower, which is set to be completed in 2028, has been acquired from H&H Development, which has other projects in DIFC
06 December, 2024
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Aldar buys tower in DIFC in one of Dubai's biggest commercial real estate deals
Deal for office tower makes it one of the biggest in Dubai's commercial real estate
05 December, 2024
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Dubai’s mid-income communities record highest rental growth as more tenants opt to renew leases
Residential rents have increased for the 15th consecutive quarter, report says
18 November, 2024
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With Dubai real estate prices increasing for 17 quarters in a row, are signs emerging of boom slowing down?
Dubai real estate prices increased 20 percent in the past year. Cushman & Wakefield Core report looks at the possible impact of supply increases on a booming market
13 November, 2024
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A villa sold for Dh275m and apartment for Dh216m in Dubai
The third quarter of this year marked a record-breaking period for luxury real estate transactions in Dubai. A stunning villa in Palm Jumeirah was sold for an eye-popping Dh275 million, earning the title of the most expensive villa sold during Q3 in Dubai.
13 November, 2024
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Abu Dhabi house rents record sharpest increase in a decade
City-wide rents are rising at a faster rate than sales prices, Cushman & Wakefield Core report says
28 October, 2024
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New tenancy contracts increase as residents relocate to new buildings
The UAE capital is witnessing a strong influx of new residents, increasing rental and property prices
28 October, 2024
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Warehouse rents up 13% as industrial sector demand leaps; most sought-after sectors revealed
Dubai and Abu Dhabi see increase in demand for warehouse rents as UAE industrial real estate in focus
22 October, 2024
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UAE warehousing attracts new institutional investors
Strong demand due to a lack of warehousing and industrial facilities has led to significant rental rate increases, planned development and new industrial investment across the region
22 October, 2024
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Prices stabilise in Dubai’s off-plan market as supply grows
Prices for off-plan real estate in Dubai are stabilising following a spike in 2023 as developers bring more projects to the market.
16 October, 2024
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Dubai’s warehousing and industrial rental rates surge 13% YoY
Dubai’s warehousing and industrial rental rates have increased by 13 % year on year, underpinned by strong demand, a new report revealed.
16 October, 2024