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Abu Dhabi Real Estate Slowdown Expected, Rental Cap Could Be Reintroduced

Low oil prices mean Abu Dhabi’s real estate market is expected to be stable to negative this year, with a new rental cap under consideration.

Union Properties Partners With Naif Al Rajhi Investments For Saudi Projects

Through the deal, a limited liability company specialised in real estate investment and development in Saudi Arabia will be formed.

Egypt Arm Of Dubai Developer Emaar Reports Big Profit Increase

The subsidiary of Dubai’s Emaar said profits reached $22.65 million in the first quarter of 2015.

Emaar Launches Maple Townhouses In Dubai Hills Estate

The newly launched Maple community will feature 118 townhouses with three, four and five bedroom units.

Exclusive Interview: Nakheel’s Turnaround Man, Ali Rashid Lootah

Nakheel’s chairman reveals how he revived the company’s fortunes, and why he is confident Dubai’s property market will not crash again.

Dubai’s Nshama Awards Dhs22m Deal To Al Naboodah For Town Square

Al Naboodah will carry out the complete earthwork grading for the 31 million sq ft project.

Mohamed Alabbar to acquire stake in YNAP from Richemont

Dubai’s Emaar Reelects Mohammed Alabbar, Eyes Bumper 2015 Profit

The listed developer also projected a higher profit forecast for this year and approved a cash dividend worth Dhs1.07 billion.

Dubai’s Emaar Properties Forecasts 2015 Profit Above Market Estimates

Emaar Properties expects a 2015 net profit of Dhs3.695 billion, higher than the Dhs3.366 billion average forecast.

Over 80% Of Dubai Residents Faced Rental Rise On Contract Renewal

Over 60 per cent of residents plan to move to a new home before their next lease renewal, finds new survey.

Dubai’s Deyaar Q1 Net Profit Rises 6%

The developer made a quarterly profit of Dhs55.2 million in the three months to March 31.

Dubai Metro Expansion To Push Up Nearby Property Prices by 10-15%

Properties in close proximity to the new stations may receive stronger interest, even in the short term, Valustrat said.

Property Investments In GCC Hit $2.8bn In 2014

Real estate investments in the GCC were much lower compared to the region’s massive outbound spend of $14 billion last year.

Dubai Issues New Law On Lost/Abandoned Property In Emirate

Those finding abandoned plots of land in Dubai are required to report the property to the police within 48 hours.

Cayan Group Reveals Property Projects Worth Dhs3.1bn In Dubai, Saudi

The company’s latest portfolio of projects includes residential properties in Riyadh and Dubai and a commercial tower in Riyadh.

Dubai Q1 Property Prices Drop Slightly Q-On-Q, Rents Stay Flat – JLL

Apartment and villa prices in Dubai fell marginally in the first quarter compared to Q4 2014, the report found.

Rules Needed On Yacht Gimmicks In Dubai Property Market – Alabbar

Mohamed Alabbar said there needed to be additional controls on local property companies when it came to attracting foreign investors.

Abu Dhabi’s Aldar Starts Construction On Ansam Project In Yas Island

The project is currently the only residential development on Yas Island that is available for sale to expatriates.

Mohamed Alabbar to acquire stake in YNAP from Richemont

Mohamed Alabbar: Other Board Roles Not Affecting Emaar

The Emaar chairman has refuted allegations that his role on the board of other property companies is causing a conflict of interest.

Dubai’s Nshama Awards Town Square Service Contract To Binladin Group

Saudi-based Binladin is the first company to win a contract for the mega 31 million sq ft Town Square development in Dubai.

GGICO Launches New Apartment Complex In Silicon Oasis

The first phase of the project will consist of 240 one bedroom apartments with prices starting at Dhs536,892.

Dubai Rent Growth Slows To 3% In Q1 2015

Apartment rates in Dubai saw a drop or gain between one and three per cent, while villa rates were largely unchanged.

Dubai’s Ruler Endorses Dhs14bn Nakheel Projects

The projects include a 12 million sq ft mixed used development in Deira Islands that will feature a massive mall with a glass dome.

Emaar’s Egypt Unit Signals Chairman Role Change Ahead Of Float

There has been increased speculation that Mohamed Alabbar may leave Emaar due to his other commitments in the real estate sector.

Nshama Launches Apartments For Less Than Dhs350,000 In Town Square

The developer has launched 306 apartments including a mix of studio, one, two and three bedroom units in the initial phase.

Dubai Developer Damac Considers London Tower Investment

The project in central London comprises 450 residential units as well as Grade A offices and retail space.

Arabtec Profit On Egypt Project Won’t Exceed 7.5%

The company agreed terms last week with Egypt for the first phase of a $36.7 billion plan to construct one million homes across the country.

Potential Loopholes Could Limit Impact Of Saudi Land Tax

One area of uncertainty is the minimum size of land to be taxed, and whether the tax will apply only to completely undeveloped land.

Mohamed Alabbar to acquire stake in YNAP from Richemont

Emaar Chairman’s Outside Deals Stir Investor Unrest

Speculation persists that Mohamed Alabbar and Emaar could soon part ways despite a categorical denial from the firm last month.

Arabtec, Egypt Agree Terms On First Phase Of One Million Homes Project

The first phase will consist of 100,000 units to be built in Egypt’s El Obour and Badr districts.

Emaar Launches Dubai Mall-Linked Apartments In Downtown

Downtown Views will have 418 residences and will feature one, two and three-bedroom apartments as well as a collection of duplexes.