UAE and Dubai Market Updates
The United Arab Emirates has long occupied an interesting middle ground between its Islamic legal foundations and its identity as a global tourism and business hub. Alcohol is one of the clearest examples of this balancing act. The short answer is yes – alcohol is available in UAE markets, but access is regulated, and the
Dubai’s property market is booming on paper, but beneath the record-breaking headlines lies a more nuanced story of selective liquidity, rising supply, and geopolitical headwinds. Also Read : Dubai Real Estate Investment 2026: Golden Visa Property Boom Explained: Prices, Golden Visa Rules & Why Investors Are Rushing In AED 917 Billion — Total transaction value
⚠ Breaking — April 3, 2026 · Developing Story The April 6 deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is 3 days away. Oil markets are at their most volatile point since 2008. Indian investors and NRIs with UAE exposure must read this now. UAE Barq first reported it on March 28th —
Pork is legally available in the UAE for non-Muslims — but only through a tightly regulated system of dedicated supermarket sections and licensed hotel restaurants, governed by Federal Law No. 10 of 2015. In This Article Why Pork Is Restricted — But Not Banned for Non-Muslims Where You Can Legally Buy Pork in the UAE
The Dubai property market 2026 is already on a high, 2025 saw record sales volumes and price gains. According to Dubai Land Department data, H1 2025 saw 125,538 transactions worth AED431 billion (up ~26% and 25% YoY). Savills reports 2025 transaction volumes exceeded 200,000 (up 18% YoY), with apartments dominating (83%) and off‑plan deals at 72%