A $4 billion international company is opening an expanded office in Dubai amid a boom in investment in the regional real estate market.
IQI Global Network, a recognized leader in the Southeast Asian real estate market, is significantly increasing its presence in the United Arab Emirates. The company, which is present in 32 countries, has opened a newly expanded office in Dubai, where it has been successfully operating since 2014. The official opening ceremony was held on Tuesday in the presence of key partners and representatives of the investment community.
IQI, which has built a team of more than 50,000 professionals and achieved sales of $4 billion over 2024, has set itself the ambitious goal of establishing a new level of service for international investors interested in UAE assets. Farman Lawn, an expert with many years of experience in supporting real estate transactions for high net worth clients, has been appointed to head the Dubai office.
According to Knight Frank, the number of transactions with luxury real estate in Dubai worth over $10 million has increased by 18% over the past year, which is a strong indication of the growing interest of investors in premium properties in the emirate.
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Investment trends and global strategy
“The UAE today represents a unique center of gravity for inbound investment while acting as a significant source of outbound real estate investment,” said Kashif Ansari, co-founder and CEO of IQI Group. “In an environment of increasing geopolitical turbulence, affluent investors are favoring jurisdictions with a high level of stability, and the UAE in this context demonstrates a compelling advantage due to its favorable business climate, strategic location in the global time zone and world-class infrastructure.”
According to Property Finder’s research, the average value of residential real estate in Dubai increased 15.3% year over year, significantly outperforming most other international markets. The Valustrat Price Index highlights Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, and Downtown Dubai as the locations with the most sustained price growth, attracting investors from India, the UK, China, Russia, and Saudi Arabia.
The expansion of IQI’s presence follows the UAE’s introduction of an innovative visa policy for real estate investors. This policy allows for 10-year residency for properties valued at AED 2 million (approximately $545,000) or more, creating an additional incentive for market activity.
Technological innovation and cross-border opportunities
Key destinations for clients interested in overseas assets include markets where IQI has strong infrastructure and expertise:
- North America,
- UK,
- European countries,
- Asia-Pacific countries,
- Australia.
Daniel Ho, co-founder and managing director of the group, revealed the company’s technological advantages: “Our Atlas platform is a breakthrough solution that allows agents from different geographical locations to collaborate effectively in structuring complex transactions. JUWAI’s digital marketing portals provide a steady stream of leads, while IQI Academy’s educational program ensures the continued professional development of our consultants.”
Haroon Anwar, who heads Juwai IQI’s Global Wealth Office, emphasized the strategic role of real estate in the portfolios of high net worth clients: “For a significant proportion of Asian investors, real estate acts as a fundamental element of a long-term capital preservation and growth strategy. The concentration of high-net-worth individuals has driven our decision to make the UAE the central hub for international real estate investment structuring advisory services.”
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Experts note that IQI’s increased presence in the UAE market reflects the global trend towards diversification of investment portfolios and the growing demand for professional support for cross-border real estate transactions in a changing economic landscape. Was it interesting? Subscribe to our newsletter to receive exclusive analysis of the international real estate market and practical advice on investment opportunities in the UAE and other promising regions!
