WEEKLY MARKET INTELLIGENCE VOL VII

DUBAI BEGINS 2026 WITH A STRONG REBOUND

Dubai’s real estate market showed a decisive rebound in the second week of January, following the typical year-start
slowdown. This renewed momentum after a record-breaking 2025 reinforces the market’s depth and resilience as the new
year unfolds.

This Week at a Glance • AED 13.4B Total Sales Value • 3,870 Transactions • AED 1,815/sqft
Avg Price

Investor Insight: The rebound reinforces a familiar pattern in Dubai’s market cycles — strong years tend to
reset, not reverse. For investors, this phase often brings pricing stabilisation, reduced friction, and strategic
entry opportunities.

Market

Deep Dive

What to Watch: New Launch Activity

January is shaping up to be an active month for new project launches,

with several notable developments entering the market.

Projects such as Binghatti Mercedes-Benz and The Heights by Emaar

are drawing early attention, reflecting continued demand for branded residences and

master-planned community offerings.

Capital Movement • AED 1.6B in Mortgages • AED 506M in Gift Transfers

Earlier moderation in January now appears to have been a healthy recalibration following a period of
exceptional activity.

Looking Ahead

As Dubai progresses further into Q1, population growth,

demand, and disciplined supply pipelines

continue to underpin confidence across the residential market.