ISSUE #1

$89 BILLION - A NEW RECORD!​
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Welcome to Jaafri Journal - your new weekly digest on all things Dubai. From real estate trends and market stats to business news and lifestyle insights, I’ll be breaking it down into quick, digestible updates you can skim through in minutes.

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Dubai Real Estate sales hit record numbers for H1 of 2025 📈

From January to June (H1 2025) Dubai real estate recorded its highest-ever half-year performance of AED326.7 Billion ($89 Billion) in sales. Made up from a total of 98,454 transactions.

This marks 40% year-on-year growth from the H1 2024 value of AED 233 Billion.

This growth was fuelled by a record breaking Q2 which saw 53,088 transactions worth AED184 Billion ($50.1 Billion)

Residential sales remained the main driver, but commercial and land transactions also climbed.

Off-Plan vs. Ready Market: Off-plan sales dominated the market by count, accounting for about 66% of all transactions.

The median property price reached AED1607 ($435) per sqft, which still puts Dubai significantly lower than prime hubs like London and Paris.
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Whats driving this growth?

1. Sustained Population Growth - Dubai’s population continues to rise, this demand is putting upward pressure on both rental and sales markets, especially in prime and family-friendly communities.

2. Surging Demand from Global Investors - High-net-worth individuals are increasingly viewing Dubai as a safe-haven.

3. Attractive ROI vs. Global Cities - Average yields in Dubai continue to outperform cities like London, Paris and New York. Price per sq. ft. in Dubai is still significantly lower than those prime markets - offering more value for money.

4. Off-Plan Boom - Developers are offering extended post-handover payment plans and launching high-end branded projects - pulling in investors seeking capital appreciation.

5. Strong Government Policy & Economic Confidence - Dubai’s diversified economy and ongoing infrastructure investment are reassuring long-term investors.

6. Lifestyle & Tourism Appeal - Dubai continues to attract residents with its luxury lifestyle, safety, and world-class amenities.

Dubai’s H1 2025 results confirm a strong, sustained growth trajectory. With rising demand, attractive yields, and competitive pricing, the city remains one of the world’s most investable markets.

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📰 In other news:

1. Now is a great time for UK buyers looking to invest in Dubai Real Estate.

2. The UAE is expected to receive the highest number of millionaires this year.

3. These are the top 10 countries LOSING millionaires this year.

4. Tourists are spending BIG in the UAE. Why it matters.

5. The scale of the Wynn Casino coming to Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah