Dubai Picks Weekly — 27 Oct – 02 Nov 2025

27 Oct 2025 — 02 Nov 2025

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Dubai real estate sector recorded $5.6bn of transactions last week, including $24m Business Bay apartment 02 Nov — The Dubai real estate sector saw $5.6bn of transactions and 4,461 sales last week, including an apartment sold for AED155m The post Dubai real estate sector recorded $5.6bn of transactions last week, including $24m Business Bay apartment a....
Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show 2025 drops anchor with $55m fleet as maritime growth surges 14% 01 Nov — Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show 2025 showcases $54.4m fleet as vessel registrations surge 14% and maritime sector powers growth The post Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show 2025 drops anchor with $55m fleet as maritime growth surges 14% appeared first on.....
Dubai Duty Free records record $221m sales as perfume, gold and fashion soar 01 Nov — Dubai Duty Free achieved record October sales of $221m with perfume, gold, and fashion driving growth during Diwali The post Dubai Duty Free records record $221m sales as perfume, gold and fashion soar appeared first on Arabian Business: L....
Women in the C-Suite Are Rewriting the Rules of Leadership at WE Convention Dubai 01 Nov — At the 2025 WE Convention—a landmark gathering for female empowerment held at the glittering Atlantis The Royal—women at the top of global business took the spotlight to reveal how they’re rewriting the rules of leadership. The two-day foru...
Dubai unveils ‘floating museum’; UAE cuts fuel prices; Saudi eyes flying taxis – 10 things you missed this week 01 Nov — From a Dubai floating museum to Saudi Arabia’s air taxi plans and UAE fuel price cuts, here are 10 major Gulf stories this week The post Dubai unveils ‘floating museum’; UAE cuts fuel prices; Saudi eyes flying taxis – 10 things....
Dubai and Abu Dhabi named among world’s most resilient cities in 2025 index 01 Nov — Dubai ranks 4th and Abu Dhabi 13th in Kearney’s Global Cities Resilience Index 2025, highlighting UAE leadership in urban development The post Dubai and Abu Dhabi named among world’s most resilient cities in 2025 index appeared first on Ar....
Dubai schools: UK’s Queen Elizabeth’s to open Sports City branch in 2026 01 Nov — UK’s top state grammar Queen Elizabeth’s School will open its first overseas branch in Dubai Sports City in 2026 after KHDA approval The post Dubai schools: UK’s Queen Elizabeth’s to open Sports City branch in 2026 appeared first on Arabia....
TECOM Group profit jumps 18% to $300m as $1.2bn Dubai expansion drives growth 31 Oct — TECOM Group profit jumps 18% to AED 1.1bn ($299m) in 9M 2025, driven by record occupancy, higher rentals, and AED 4.3bn ($1.17bn) expansion across Dubai’s business districts. The post TECOM Group profit jumps 18% to $300m as $1.2bn Dubai e....
Dubai property sales hit 50,000 in Q3 as population passes 4m 31 Oct — Dubai real estate market saw over 50,000 home sales in Q3 2025 as population surpassed 4 million, driven by strong demand The post Dubai property sales hit 50,000 in Q3 as population passes 4m appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest New....
ZEGNA reopens Dubai Mall boutique with immersive Italian design 31 Oct — ZEGNA reopens its Dubai Mall Negozio with a new design merging Italian craftsmanship, Middle Eastern influences, and digital innovation The post ZEGNA reopens Dubai Mall boutique with immersive Italian design appeared first on Arabian Busi....
Dubai Financial Market cap soars to $271bn; top sectors revealed 31 Oct — Dubai Financial Market’s capitalisation surged to $271bn in Q3 2025 as profits tripled and financials, real estate and utilities led growth The post Dubai Financial Market cap soars to $271bn; top sectors revealed appeared first on Arabian....
Sharjah to Highlight Heritage at WTM London 2025 31 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Sharjah is set to make its mark at the 2025 World Travel Market in London, continuing its longstanding presence at the prestigious global tourism event. The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority will s...
DP World to Invest $5 Billion in India’s Maritime Infrastructure 31 Oct — Dubai-based global terminal operator DP World has pledged an additional $5 billion in investment to strengthen India’s maritime infrastructure, furthering its long-term commitment to the country. The announcement was made during India Mari....
Union Properties Unveils $544 Million Mirdad Project in Dubai 31 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai-listed Union Properties has unveiled a major new development in the Motor City master plan, the Mirdad project, which will be valued at 2 billion UAE dirhams. Spanning over 356,931 square feet, the project pr...
Asian Design Awards Expand Reach and Industry Impact 31 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The DFA Design for Asia Awards 2025 has opened its submission window for entries, signalling a heightened push to elevate Asian-led design onto the global stage. Organised by the Hong Kong Design Centre in partners...
Sheikh Mohammed launches $1.3bn Dubai Endowment District 30 Oct — Sheikh Mohammed launches $1.28bn Endowment District in Dubai to fund global education and healthcare projects through investment The post Sheikh Mohammed launches $1.3bn Dubai Endowment District appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest N....
UAE real estate market surges in Q3 as office occupancy hits 94% and $38bn Dubai sales defy slowdown 30 Oct — CBRE says UAE real estate showed strong Q3 2025 growth as Dubai’s office market hit 94% occupancy and $38bn in sales The post UAE real estate market surges in Q3 as office occupancy hits 94% and $38bn Dubai sales defy slowdown appeared fir....
Dubai to launch new financial centre powering fintech and digital asset growth 30 Oct — DMCC announces plans for a new financial centre in Dubai to drive fintech, trade finance, and digital asset innovation The post Dubai to launch new financial centre powering fintech and digital asset growth appeared first on Arabian Busine....
Why Palm Jebel Ali Is Dubai’s Next Big Investment Hotspot 30 Oct — Dubai is no stranger to visionary real estate. But among all its iconic developments, Palm Jebel Ali is quickly emerging as the one to watch—especially for serious investors looking for long-term upside in a premium beachfront location. Wit...
Dubai’s off-plan market hits record highs; apartment sales up 35% 30 Oct — New betterhomes report says Q3 2025 numbers break records across volume and value; 37,980 off-plan apartments sold The post Dubai’s off-plan market hits record highs; apartment sales up 35% appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News o....
Deluxe Holiday Homes wins top honour at World Travel Awards 2025 as Dubai’s smart governance fuels holiday-home growth 30 Oct — The accolade comes as Dubai’s evolving smart-governance framework for holiday homes continues to enhance transparency, investor confidence, and long-term growth across the city’s hospitality sector. The post Deluxe Holiday Homes wins top h....
Gulf Central Banks Echo U.S. Rate Cut Across Region 30 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Most central banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council moved swiftly to lower key interest rates after the Federal Reserve trimmed its policy rate by 25 basis points, reinforcing the strong alignment between Gulf monet...
Emaar Eyes India Growth While Holding Back on China 30 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai-listed developer Emaar Properties is sharpening its global expansion strategy by placing a stronger emphasis on India while exercising caution over entry into China’s troubled housing market, according....
Thrifty UAE Redefines Car Rental With Self-Service Kiosk 29 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Thrifty Car Rental UAE has introduced the region’s first self-service digital car rental kiosk, a move aimed at transforming how vehicles are rented across the Emirates. The kiosk, unveiled at the lobby of No...
G-SHOCK’s Flagship Lineup Gets Premium Upgrade 29 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai CASIO this week introduced two high-end additions to its G-SHOCK collection, launching the new MTG-B4000 and GBM-2100A models that aim to combine cutting-edge materials, advanced design and smart features. The comp...
UAE and Africa unveil $6bn tourism investment plan at Dubai summit 29 Oct — UAE and African nations launch $6bn investment plan at Dubai summit hosted by Sheikh Mohammed, strengthening tourism and trade ties The post UAE and Africa unveil $6bn tourism investment plan at Dubai summit appeared first on Arabian Busin....
Dubai real estate: Nakheel unveils Palm Central Private Residences on Palm Jebel Ali 29 Oct — Nakheel unveils Palm Central Private Residences on Palm Jebel Ali — 212 resort-style homes offering sea views and wellness zones in Dubai The post Dubai real estate: Nakheel unveils Palm Central Private Residences on Palm Jebel Ali appeare....
New Mall in Dubai: Sustainable Villa Square to open in 2026 29 Oct — Villa Square Mall in Dubai, a community hub in Wadi Al Safa 5, will open in 2026 featuring retail, dining, and wellness spaces The post New Mall in Dubai: Sustainable Villa Square to open in 2026 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest.....
Dubai real estate: ATARA Development unveils AED 60mn Kaia Villa on Pearl Jumeirah Island 29 Oct — The launch is part of ATARA’s expanding portfolio of bespoke private residences, with ten additional homes under development across some of Dubai’s most exclusive communities The post Dubai real estate: ATARA Development unveils AED 60mn K....
Majid Al Futtaim launches Maravelle, Dubai’s first ultra-premium wellness-focused residences 29 Oct — The project will include 96 residences across four boutique buildings in the inner circle of Ghaf Woods The post Majid Al Futtaim launches Maravelle, Dubai’s first ultra-premium wellness-focused residences appeared first on Arabian Busines....
UNTOLD Dubai unveils plans for the region’s largest music festival with over 100 global artists 29 Oct — The four-day event, set to take place from November 6 to 9, is expected to be one of the largest music festivals ever staged in the Middle East The post UNTOLD Dubai unveils plans for the region’s largest music festival with over 100 globa....
MoET and Expo City Dubai launches UAE’s first Green Innovation District 29 Oct — Offers free zone platform for sustainable businesses; Expo City location optimises global trade and leverages sustainable infrastructure The post MoET and Expo City Dubai launches UAE’s first Green Innovation District appeared first on Ara....
Business Bay, JLT lead 31% increase in Dubai commercial property sales 29 Oct — Growth across office and off-plan segments, says a Q3 CRC Property’s Market Report; Total sales reached $8.27bn The post Business Bay, JLT lead 31% increase in Dubai commercial property sales appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News....
Horizon English School Launches New Town Square Campus 28 Oct — Horizon English School has announced the establishment of an all-through campus in the Town Square community of Dubai, signalling a strategic expansion of the institution’s British curriculum offering to ages 3-18. Under a joint venture be....
Dubai Hills Estate: The ultimate gateway into luxury living, sustainability, and investment opportunities 28 Oct — Nestled within Mohammed Bin Rashid City, it blends urban sophistication with vast green spaces, premium amenities, and smart sustainability initiatives. The post Dubai Hills Estate: The ultimate gateway into luxury living, sustainability,.....
UAE and Africa Map $6 Billion Tourism Drive 28 Oct — Dubai hosted a high-level ministerial roundtable alongside the UAE‑Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025, assembling officials from more than 20 African nations and the United Arab Emirates to outline an investment mapping totalling about.....
Emirates NBD backs IndiGo’s A321neo expansion 28 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai-based Emirates NBD has executed a finance-lease facility supporting the acquisition of two Airbus A321neo aircraft for India’s largest carrier IndiGo, marking the lender’s entry into aviation asse...
Gold Climbs Back Above $4,000 Amid Dollar Weakness 28 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Gold regained momentum as the US dollar’s slide and expectations of a shift in Federal Reserve policy helped lift the metal above the psychologically important $4,000-per-ounce mark. Spot gold rose around 0.7...
Apple iPad Pro to Get Vapor Chamber Cooling 27 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Apple plans to equip its next-generation iPad Pro with a vapor chamber cooling system, marking a significant step for heat management in the tablet line. The upgrade is expected to accompany the launch of the M6 ch...
Citi and Coinbase Advance Institutional Stablecoin Payments 27 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Citigroup Inc. and Coinbase Global Inc. have announced a collaboration to expand digital-asset payment services for the bank’s corporate clients, signalling a deeper institutional embrace of blockchain-based....
PRYPCO launches new super app to empower Dubai real estate agents 27 Oct — The platform, which brings together property listings, project information, mortgage tools, and a gamified rewards system, aims to provide agents with a comprehensive digital ecosystem The post PRYPCO launches new super app to empower Duba....
Sheikh Mohammed launches Al Maktoum Archives to preserve Dubai’s legacy 27 Oct — The Al Maktoum Archives will serve as a repository of records and information about Dubai’s rulers and document their historical role in transforming Dubai The post Sheikh Mohammed launches Al Maktoum Archives to preserve Dubai’s legacy ap....
New Murabba to Open Investment Pathways in Tech, Real Estate 27 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Saudi Arabia’s flagship New Murabba project is poised to become a major investment hub, with plans to attract capital in technology, real estate, and construction sectors. Michael Dyke, the CEO of New Murabba...
Challenges Mount for Middle East ECM as Dubizzle Scraps IPO 27 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The cancellation of the highly anticipated initial public offering by UAE-based classifieds giant Dubizzle has raised serious concerns about the current state of the Middle East’s equity capital markets. Once...

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