The Gulf Pulse

Knight Frank data shows a split in investor preference across Saudi Arabia’s Holy Cities. This comes as the real estate international landscape evolves. 63% favour Madinah vs 59% for Makkah, despite 84% overall interest. Full story buff.ly/Gh7w8Vr

Dubai property visas aren’t one-size-fits-all. What you qualify for depends on more than just property value. Here’s how the options actually work: buff.ly/8c0bStY #TheGulfPulse #DubaiProperty #PropertyVisa

Dubai's 2 year property visa rules have changed. Here is our guide on what the eligibility is and how the process actually works: buff.ly/5ZOhjLG #TheGulfPulse #DubaiProperty #PropertyVisa

Dubai removes AED750k minimum for 2-year property visa. Single owners can now qualify with no value threshold. Joint owners need AED400k share each. Read more buff.ly/mDn3n0v #TheGulfPulse #DubaiProperty #PropertyVisa

Dubai records AED180bn in property sales in Q1 2026. 2,148 deals above AED10M highlight strong luxury demand, while Abu Dhabi posts 7,200+ transactions. Market remains stable despite regional uncertainty. Read more: buff.ly/ql9hIUX #TheGulfPulse #DubaiProperty

As regional uncertainty raises risk questions, is property insurance mandatory in Dubai? Tyne Hugo, Senior Associate at BSA LAW, says it depends on mortgages and contracts. Read more: buff.ly/7n5Aznd #TheGulfPulse #DubaiProperty #PropertyLaw

UAE readers average six printed books a year. Digital and audio formats reach nine, while 75.7% cite lack of time as a barrier. Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, comments on the findings. Read more: buff.ly/0pORQCQ

GCC construction is shifting towards low-carbon materials, AI and smarter building systems. These are becoming core requirements for 2026. Read more: buff.ly/hU9IhDd

HALO began with a personal need to help a child stay connected to Arabic identity. Today, it reflects a wider shift towards design-led, culture-driven products in the UAE, says Hala Gebran, the founder and designer of HALO. Read more: buff.ly/zvCx6bl #TheGulfPulse

Dubai property shows no signs of distress selling, says dubizzle. Activity has returned to normal with no supply spikes or panic exits. Read more: buff.ly/yuMziPx #TheGulfPulse #DubaiProperty

RAK property prices and rents are rising, driven by off-plan demand. But transactions are down and 8,400 new homes are coming. Read more buff.ly/C9roLNr #TheGulfPulse #RAKProperty

Dubai short-term rentals are shifting to monthly stays. Short bookings are down, while yields remain under pressure. Read more: buff.ly/NXYdLW3 #TheGulfPulse #DubaiProperty

The UAE property market remains stable, but signs of slowing are emerging. Residential growth is easing, while office, hospitality and logistics remain strong. Read more: buff.ly/WnNXpYP #TheGulfPulse #UAEProperty

Dubai property demand is about to follow a new map. The Gold Line connects key districts and links directly to Etihad Rail, turning some areas into UAE-wide mobility nodes. Prices near stations could rise by up to 20 percent. Read more: buff.ly/icQoCC7 #DubaiMetro

Dubai is launching a 24/7 women-only beach with night swimming as part of its Al Mamzar project. The AED500M development will host up to 7 million visitors annually and expand beachfront capacity. Read here buff.ly/yOen5ti #TheGulfPulse #Dubai

In luxury real estate, the smallest details are defining value. “Value is communicated through sensation,” says EuroArt’s Christoph Hauser. From materials to design, GCC projects are focusing on what buyers feel, not just see. #TheGulfPulse #LuxuryProperty

Dubai property demand is extending years ahead. 94.9 percent of 2026 homes are already sold, with over 70 percent of the 4-year pipeline committed. “What happens next?” is now the key question. #TheGulfPulse #DubaiProperty

Oman hotel revenues rose over 22 percent to hit OMR297.3 million in 2025, with demand, occupancy and pricing all strengthening. Khalil Al Zadjali, Head of Oman at Cavendish Maxwell, says the sector is entering “a phase of sustained growth”. More here buff.ly/i5IUPEK

Top 5 areas to live in Dubai if you want to walk more. From Al Ras to Downtown, the shift to walkable communities is beginning. Read more: buff.ly/zE9jQJb #TheGulfPulse #DubaiRealEstate #DubaiWalk

She waited 20 years to start, then built a boutique olive oil brand in Tuscany. "The first time I stood in the grove, it didn’t feel like a transaction. It felt grounding," says Pia Mann, founder of Cuor D’Verde. Read more: buff.ly/9zhqZHb #TheGulfPulse #Entrepreneur