International reports: Real estate key driver of UAE economic growth

The real estate sector in the UAE has consolidated its position as one of the main engines of economic growth, supported by growing confidence from local and international investors in the country’s economic fundamentals and flexible legislative environment, while continuing to launch new development projects that attract foreign investment across various property segments.

According to the latest international reports, the UAE’s real estate sector is maintaining its upward momentum in 2025, driven by rising foreign direct investment, expansion of off-plan projects, rental market stability, and government initiatives that promote innovation and enhance the investment appeal of the local market.

A recent report by JLL revealed that off-plan properties dominated sales transactions in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi during the first half of the year, supported by the launch of new projects and strong activity in the secondary market. This led to record levels of activity, with Dubai’s property sales reaching AED153.7 billion in the second quarter, up 44.5 percent year-on-year, while average sales prices in Abu Dhabi rose 12.1 percent during the same period.