The UAE’s property market continued its strong momentum in Q3 2025, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai posting robust sales volumes despite subdued investor sentiment on developer stocks. Abu Dhabi’s real estate transactions reached AED 39 billion, the highest quarterly total since early 2023, while Dubai recorded AED 169 billion in deals, reaffirming demand resilience across both emirates.
Analysts attribute the divergence between equity performance and market fundamentals to short-term caution rather than weakening demand. Aldar Properties is projected to post a 57% YoY profit increase in Q3 2025, while Emaar Properties and Emaar Development are expected to grow profits by 17% and 4%, respectively. Population growth, sustained off-plan sales, and the UAE’s safe-haven status continue to underpin transaction volumes and price stability.
According to ValuStrat’s Dubai Residential Price Index, the city reached a record 231 points in September 2025, up 15% year-to-date and 131% since 2021, highlighting sustained capital appreciation and structural strength in housing demand. Both emirates remain supported by recurring earnings from real estate, tourism, and logistics—factors that continue to reinforce investor confidence despite global volatility.
22 Oct 2025
