Still Doubting Whether to Invest in the Emirates?

Still Doubting Whether to Invest in the Emirates?

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah – opportunities you don’t want to miss ✅
By Arthur Andreas – LXRY Properties

Are you considering investing in the Emirates but want to be sure this is the right time and place? You’re not alone. But anyone paying close attention to what’s happening right now in this region will see opportunities that are hard to ignore.

The United Arab Emirates are undergoing a transformation that has no equal anywhere in the world. The pace at which projects are being built, tested, and scaled here is nothing short of extraordinary.

What if this happened in the Netherlands?

Imagine if Schiphol Airport announced tomorrow that it would become the largest airport in the world – with a capacity of 260 million passengers per year. What would happen? Exactly: investors would start pouring money into hotels and apartment buildings within a 30-minute radius. Suppliers and service providers would follow suit.

Or picture this: a massive AI campus is built in Veenendaal, Disney opens its biggest theme park next to the Efteling, and Texel becomes home to the only legal casino in the Netherlands. Sounds absurd, right?

Yet this is exactly what is already happening in the Emirates – and that’s what makes the region so exciting.

Why here, and why now?

In many European countries – including the Netherlands – we see the opposite trend: companies are leaving, taxes are rising, and regulations are becoming stricter instead of supportive. While sustainability goals are important, the high associated costs make it nearly impossible for businesses to remain competitive on a global scale.

In the Emirates, the reverse is happening:

• ✅ The government is actively attracting major international companies
• ✅ Massive investments are being made in infrastructure and innovation
• ✅ A smart energy mix and low taxation make production cost-effective and stable

Take the Stargate data centre in Abu Dhabi, for example. AI projects of this scale consume an enormous amount of energy. Thanks to a smart combination of nuclear, solar, and gas energy, this is not only possible here – it's scalable and future-proof.

The power of Dubai (and beyond)

Dubai isn’t just a tax haven. It’s a forward-thinking city with world-class infrastructure, excellent connectivity, and a high standard of living. Expats don’t just come here to work temporarily – many choose to stay long-term or even retire early.

In Abu Dhabi, a fully integrated AI city is being developed – a testing ground for the technology of tomorrow. Think of it like a Formula 1 car: innovations are tested here before becoming standard elsewhere. The difference? The Emirates are already a decade ahead.

What does this mean for you as an investor?

You don’t need to be a tech company to benefit from this growth. Real estate near these innovation hubs offers some of the most direct and tangible returns.

Take ASML in Veldhoven as an example. Property prices there have skyrocketed over the past 10 years due to the influx of international talent and high-tech companies. A similar pattern is emerging in places like Reem Island, where Stargate is being developed.

Real estate there is still relatively affordable. But not for long.
The question is no longer if prices will rise, but when – and how much return you can generate depending on your entry point in the cycle.

Moreover, the Emirates are extremely attractive to expats. With no income tax, they take home more net salary – enabling them to afford higher rents and, eventually, larger mortgages. These expats are very likely to become your future tenants or buyers – and they’re willing to pay top price for the right location and quality.

Conclusion: opportunities like this come once

What’s happening now in the Emirates is one of a kind. Projects like Stargate, Al Maktoum International Airport, or the Wynn Casino in Ras Al Khaimah don’t come along every year. These are once-in-a-generation catalysts that put an entire region on the map.

If you invest now, you’re buying before the masses arrive. Wait too long, and you’ll be a secondary buyer – paying a premium.

Your chance of doubling your investment depends on when you enter – and when you exit. If you own property nearby when Stargate launches, when Al Maktoum Airport is fully operational, or when the Wynn Casino opens its doors, the demand for housing will be immense – and your return maximised.

Whether you’re buying to rent or to flip:
there is no region in the world offering this level of ROI right now like the Emirates.

Why Dubai?

Dubai is not just about tax benefits. Its real strength lies in efficient production, energy security, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Consider Stargate: this data centre consumes vast amounts of electricity – but it’s viable in Dubai thanks to the balanced energy mix of nuclear, solar, and gas.

With no income tax, it’s also extremely appealing for expats to live and work here. Add in brand-new roads, metro lines, tunnels, ports, and airports – and you’ll understand why Dubai is the place to be.

More than just “bling bling”

Dubai is often associated with glitz and glamour. In reality, it’s about smart, modern comfort – where innovation, safety, and quality of life meet.

Everyone knows that AI is going to reshape the world. The closer you are to the hub, the greater your advantage – whether you’re a supplier or a real estate investor.

Just like in Veldhoven, where home prices exploded due to ASML, the same scenario is now playing out on Reem Island. Property nearby is still accessible – but that will change. The question is not if, but in which phase of the cycle – and by how much – prices will rise.

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