Dubai’s property market continued its strong performance in the first half of 2025, recording 125,538 transactions valued at around AED 431 billion. The figures reflect sustained demand across multiple segments and point to continued investor confidence, with transaction volumes and values rising by around 25–26% year-on-year. The results further cement Dubai’s standing as a major global real estate destination.
Women have emerged as a key part of this momentum. During the first six months of 2025, a total of 30,487 female investors were active in the market, completing 34,792 transactions worth AED 73.2 billion. The data indicates growing confidence among women investors and a steady increase in their participation across residential and commercial assets.
According to sector figures, women now account for 34% of all real estate investors in Dubai. Industry observers note that this reflects a broader shift towards long-term and relatively stable investment strategies, with women increasingly viewing property as a core component of wealth planning and portfolio diversification.
Beyond transaction volumes, the growing presence of women is also influencing how the sector evolves. As Dubai’s real estate market matures, focus is gradually extending beyond sales activity to include leadership development, strategic decision-making and long-term talent pipelines. This shift signals a move from participation towards deeper involvement in shaping the sector’s future direction.
This trend aligns with the UAE’s wider national priorities. The UAE Gender Balance Council’s Strategy 2026 outlines commitments to increasing women’s representation in leadership and decision-making roles across both public and private sectors. Real estate has been identified as one of the industries where inclusive growth and balanced representation can contribute to competitiveness and sustainable economic progress.
Commenting on the changing landscape, Aditi Jhunjhunwala, Head of Operations at Banke International Properties, said: “Dubai’s real estate story has entered a new chapter where breadth of participation is now evolving into depth of leadership. Women today are not only significant investors in the market, but they are also shaping conversations around strategy, growth and long-term sustainability. Strengthening the path for women to grow into leadership and operational roles is essential for the sector’s continued momentum and long-term value creation.”
As market activity increases in both scale and complexity, industry leaders continue to highlight the importance of education, autonomy and leadership development. With women influencing investment trends and market sentiment, initiatives that support career progression and capacity building are becoming central to discussions around the sector’s long-term resilience.
