GCC property markets poised for sustained growth in H2 2025
The real estate markets across the Gulf region are showing strong momentum heading into the second half of 2025, riding the wave of economic diversification, population growth, and elevated foreign interest. Analysts from the Kuwait Financial Centre (Markaz) predict that real-estโฆ
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Sophie Aldridge
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Nov 6, 2025
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The real estate markets across the Gulf region are showing strong momentum heading into the second half of 2025, riding the wave of economic diversification, population growth, and elevated foreign interest. Analysts from the Kuwait Financial Centre (Markaz) predict that real-estate markets in GCC countries will continue to perform well, supported by favourable government policies and stimulus measures. The Arab Today+1
A recent property-wealth report estimates that prime residential prices in cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh may increase by 10-15% in 2025, while markets in Qatar, Oman and Bahrain are expected to post more moderate 5-8% price growth. Omnia Capital Group Rental yields remain attractive in the region, with estimates at 5-8%, and Abu Dhabi and Riyadh offering the higher ends of that range (6-8%).
Key drivers include:
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Sophie Aldridge
Senior correspondent ยท Banking & Capital Markets
Sophie spent a decade on a debt capital markets desk before swapping the trade for the typewriter. She covers banks, regulators, and the underwriting decisions most readers never see. Sharpest on fixed income and balance-sheet stress; partial to central bankers who pick up the phone. Based in Riyadh. Reach out at sophie.aldridge@theplatinumcapital.com.
