In times of global uncertainty, investors tend to look for markets that offer stability and transparency, Tauseef Khan, founder and chairman of Dugasta Properties, told Khaleej Times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe UAE continues to stand out due to its strong regulatory framework, commitment to safety and stability, and a diversified economy that supports long-term growth,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He added that the UAE\u2019s real estate sector continues to benefit from steady population growth, expanding business activity, and ongoing infrastructure development, all of which support rental demand and capital appreciation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recent project activity also reflects this continued interest. Dugasta\u2019s latest development in Majan, valued at about $100 million, has already recorded sales of about 40-50 per cent of its inventory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis level of early demand shows that buyers remain active in the market despite broader geopolitical uncertainty,\u201d Khan said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tauseef Khan, Founder and Chairman, Dugasta Properties. In times of global uncertainty, investors tend to look for markets that offer stability and transparency.. Photo: Supplied by Dugasta Properties<\/p>\n\n\n\n Buyers taking a cautious approach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While activity remains steady, some brokers say buyers are approaching the market more carefully. According to brokerage Betterhomes, enquiry levels are currently around 45 per cent lower than typical levels. However, engagement across digital platforms has remained consistent, suggesting many potential buyers are still monitoring the market closely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Louis Harding, CEO of Betterhomes, said the current environment reflects careful decision-making rather than a market slowdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cDubai has navigated many global events and market cycles over the past four decades,\u201d Harding said. \u201cWe\u2019re seeing people understandably take more time before making decisions, but the interest is still there.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n He added that buyers, sellers, tenants, and landlords are continuing to follow market developments and assess their options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Supply supporting new arrivals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n At the same time, research from eXp Dubai suggests the market continues to offer significant housing options for professionals relocating to the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The brokerage found that one-bedroom homes account for 44.8 per cent of all properties currently listed for sale across Dubai, highlighting the availability of suitable starter homes for new residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hotel apartments account for the largest share, with one-bedroom units making up nearly 89.8 per cent of listings in that category. Apartments also provide a large share of available stock, with one-bedroom homes accounting for 56.1 per cent of listings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In contrast, larger property types such as villas and townhouses offer far fewer one-bedroom options, reflecting their focus on long-term family living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cFor many professionals moving to Dubai, securing a suitable first home is an important step in establishing themselves both personally and professionally,\u201d said Dounia Fadi, managing director of eXp Dubai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Long-term outlook<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Industry experts say Dubai\u2019s track record of navigating past global disruptions continues to bolster market confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The UAE property sector has previously weathered major events such as the 2008 global financial crisis and the Covid-19 pandemic, with recovery supported by government policies, infrastructure investment, and sustained international demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For many investors, the emirate\u2019s stability and role as a regional business hub remain key factors when evaluating opportunities during uncertain periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source: Khaleej Times<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Published: 12 March<\/strong> 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The UAE real estate sector has previously weathered the 2008 global financial crisis and the Covid-19 pandemic, with recovery supported by policies, infrastructure investment [Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Dubai’s property market continues to see steady activity despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region, with […]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":38928,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[6250,6251,403,361,5707],"class_list":["post-38908","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-dubai-market-stability","tag-dubai-property-investors","tag-dubai-property-market","tag-dubai-real-estate","tag-uae-property-investment"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38908","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=38908"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38908\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":38929,"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38908\/revisions\/38929"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/38928"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=38908"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=38908"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=38908"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}![\"\"](\"https:\/\/elite-bricks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-9.png\")
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