Abu Dhabi property prices to rise thru 2009

Published November 7th, 2006 - 05:11 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

Recent industry data reveals that Abu Dhabi, property prices should continue to rise until 2009.


The expected increase is seen as a result of Abu Dhabi government plans to invest $175 billion in the emirate's economy until 2012, according to Gulf News. In addition, rising oil prices are also expected to drive demand.


Steve Brice, regional head of research for Standard Chartered bank for the Middle East added that the sustained rise is also attributed to the fact that estimates for the release of new property to the market are unlikely to be fulfilled.