Monthly Archives: April 2018

We Won’t Get Fooled Again!

Q1 saw a 37.0 % decline to 4.6k in the number of new launches for Dubai off-plan sales, with an even steeper 46.0% fall in value at US$ 1.6 billion. Over the same period, ready property numbers and values were … Continue reading

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Gone Fishin’

Launched by Minor Hotels seven years ago, AVANI Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of its third Dubai property – AVANI Hotel Suites & Branded Residences, a 48-storey tower, due to open in 2020. It will comprise 527 units, … Continue reading

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When Irish Eyes Are Smiling!

In a bid to “shape the UAE’s ever-evolving skyline”, Aldar and Emaar have established a US$ 30 billion JV to target a range of local and international projects, with the initial focus on two developments – Emaar Beachfront in Dubai … Continue reading

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Up Against The Wall!

To help finance its recently unveiled US$ 365 million Dorchester Collection project at Dubai Water Canal in Business Bay, Omniyat has signed a US$ 136 million loan facility contract with Ajman Bank. Similar agreements with the iconic London hotel brand … Continue reading

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