
Dubai's Market Dynamics, San Antonio Retail Growth, and Romania's Real Estate Opportunities
In this episode, Steve Hamoen explores Dubai's commercial real estate market, with a focus on the office sector's dynamics, sales increases, and key areas of interest. He discusses off-plan office sales, future supply, and price trends. The episode also covers Dubai's retail and warehouse sectors. Shifting to San Antonio, Steve examines retail growth, new store openings, and compares outdoor and indoor malls. Global highlights include McDonald's in Hong Kong and Romania's market recovery. He also addresses Romania's retail investment deals, developer challenges, and geopolitical impacts on real estate. Steve wraps up with closing remarks and thanks listeners.
Key Points
- Dubai's commercial real estate market saw a 93% surge in sales in Q2 2025, reaching $8.44 billion, driven by high-quality off-plan developments and increased demand for Grade A office assets. Emerging office zones like Motor City and Barsha Heights are gaining popularity due to their flexible layouts and competitive pricing, attracting both investors and end-users. San Antonio is experiencing significant retail growth with several new developments, including major retail chains and local boutique stores, enhancing the local retail landscape.
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