Sharjah Real Estate Sector Research Highlights

Overview

Sharjah's mixed-use developments attract real estate investment
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The construction and real estate sectors have supported Sharjah’s economic development in recent years as the emirate’s government pursues further economic diversification and sustainable growth. Real estate demand is dominated by mixed-use developments, which incorporate hospitality, leisure and cultural offerings. High prices in neighbouring northern emirates, coupled with Sharjah’s competitive…

Interview

Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, Group CEO, Arada: Interview
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Interview:Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, Group CEO, Arada How are sustainable building practices influencing urban development and enhancing the attractiveness of real estate investment? AHMED ALKHOSHAIBI:Developers and other companies involved in construction and real estate are starting to understand that a sustainable approach is not just good for the environment, but also for customers and business…

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Yousef Al Mutawa, CEO, Sharjah Sustainable City: Interview
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Interview:Yousef Al Mutawa, CEO, Sharjah Sustainable City In what ways is Sharjah addressing the challenge of balancing economic development and sustainability in its urban development policies? YOUSEF AL MUTAWA: Over the years Sharjah has transformed into a regional centre for arts, culture and industry. With a focus on both economic and social development, the emirate has cultivated an environment…

Chapter

The Report: Sharjah 2023: Construction & Real Estate
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Sharjah's economic evolution is driven by vibrant construction and real estate sectors. The 2024 budget allocated $11.1bn, emphasising infrastructure, economic and social development. Real estate contributes significantly to Sharjah's GDP, generating $6.6bn revenue in 2022, helped in part by competitive mortgage rates, low taxes and enhanced transport links. Expatriates are a substantial segment of…

Country Report

The Report: Sharjah 2023
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Sharjah has emerged as a diverse economic powerhouse, with nearly 96% of its economic output driven by non-oil sectors. As host to six free zones and featuring a population of 1.8m, the emirate is prioritising economic diversification and cultural richness. Robust growth is seen across sectors like manufacturing, construction and real estate, supported by initiatives like Sharjah Sustainable City.

Overview

A look at trends in Sharjah’s construction and real estate sectors
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The emirate of Sharjah has worked to brand itself as a unique place within the UAE and the wider GCC, which has resulted in an uptick in work for contractors as they try to close the gap in supply and demand for real estate, especially in the residential segment and for other family-friendly infrastructure. Although the Covid-19 pandemic temporarily disrupted the market, mixed-use developments that…

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The Report: Sharjah 2021: Construction & Real Estate
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Sharjah has worked to brand itself as a unique location within the UAE and the wider GCC, which has resulted in an uptick in work for contractors as they try to close the gap in supply and demand for real estate, especially in the residential segment and for other family-friendly infrastructure. Although the Covid-19 pandemic temporarily disrupted the market, mixed-use developments that incorporate…

Interview

George Khouzami, COO, Al Thuriah Group: Interview
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Interview:George Khouzami Which factors are driving demand for residential real estate in Sharjah, and how has the Covid-19 pandemic impacted these trends? GEORGE KHOUZAMI: Sharjah has recently emerged as one of the most in-demand emirates for real estate due to its vibrant environment, prime location and affordability. Middle-income individuals benefit from spacious homes, a lower cost of…

Analysis

How can sustainability support the global economic recovery?
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Many emerging markets are turning to infrastructure projects to stimulate recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, with a particular focus on green and sustainable developments. Despite the broader downturn in 2020 – which the IMF says resulted in the global economy contracting by 3.5% – the number of newly announced infrastructure projects increased by 5%, according to analysis from global financial…

Analysis

China’s global infrastructure drive adds focus on sustainability
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Following a year of pandemic-related disruptions, there appears to be a greater focus on sustainable, digital and health-related projects; for example, in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), of which the UAE is one of the key participants in the Middle East. Launched in 2013, the BRI is an ambitious international initiative that aims to revive ancient Silk Road trade routes through largescale infrastructure…

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