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Investing in Dubai from Switzerland
Why Switzerland invests in Dubai
Swiss investors and developers have entered the Dubai property market at an increasing rate since the start of 2023.
It’s a trend set to continue, with the Dubai property market currently well-positioned to outperform nearly every other major real estate market in the world.
The influx of investors from Switzerland has been instigated by the world-leading ROI offered in Dubai since the pandemic and the subsequent maturity shown in Dubai real estate’s third market cycle.
The latest data on the performance of real estate in Switzerland shows investors can achieve around a 4% annual increase in capital values. This is very strong compared to most other European markets over the same period.
However, Swiss investments have also been impacted by the wider economic slowdown seen in most of the Western world, and the Swiss market is still heavily interlinked to interest rates.
In 2024 migration fueled much of the demand for housing, which propelled returns above and beyond the 10-year annual average of around 2%.
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Many investors from Switzerland are now choosing to forgo the modest levels of ROI seen in domestic real estate and diversify elsewhere, including the lucrative destination of Dubai.
In contrast, Dubai’s property market has demonstrated extraordinary growth and resilience in 2024, outperforming numerous other markets both this year and in previous years. Data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD) shows that the total sales value reached a staggering AED 141.95 billion in the third quarter alone, a significant 30% increase from the previous year. This impressive performance is due to the strong demand for both off-plan and ready properties, showcasing the market’s broad appeal.
In that Q3 period, Swiss investors witnessed a remarkable 50,425 transactions, reflecting a 38% year-over-year surge and underscoring the strong demand for Dubai real estate. The rental market also experienced considerable activity, with 46,000 new rental contracts signed, highlighting the strong demand for residential properties.
As mentioned, although Swiss investors can achieve returns of around 6% in the Bern region on apartment assets, capital generates stronger ROI in Dubai.
Dubai-based real estate companies expect to maintain stability with solid cash flow, steady profits, and better credit metrics.
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