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Globally, family businesses contribute around 70% of global GDP, making them responsible for

more than two-thirds of global economic activity. They are also the largest employer worldwide,
providing jobs to nearly 60% of the global workforce.

Dubai’s real estate brokerage sector recorded a remarkable performance in the first half of this
year, reaffirming the pivotal role of brokers in driving market dynamism and supporting

sustainable growth in property transactions.

Real estate brokers contributed to the execution of 42,181 transactions, generating commission
values exceeding Dhs3.23 billion in H1 2025, compared to Dhs1.62 billion in the same period in
2024, achieving a growth of 99% This increase in transaction volume is closely tied to the
growing number of real estate brokers registered with the Dubai Land Department, which now

stands at 29,577 brokers, including 6,714 new brokers who entered the sector in the first half of
2025. This momentum reflects the growing confidence in the profession and its rising role as a
key partner in enhancing the attractiveness of real estate investment and guiding investors
towards high-potential opportunities.

Female participation in the real estate brokerage sector has increased significantly, with 10,100
women now actively working as brokers in the field. They contributed to the execution of 13,424
transactions, generating commission values of nearly Dhs1.43 billion. This reflects the growing

influence of women in leading real estate deals, their ability to build strong professional
relationships, and their impact on the market’s overall dynamism.

The role of real estate brokers extended beyond facilitating transactions; they served as a vital
link between investors, developers, and buyers, contributing to enhanced transparency and
enabling more informed decision-making. Brokerage and property valuation firms also played a

key role in supporting market demand by providing integrated services. As of the first half of
2025, there were 1,223 registered brokerage offices and 78 property valuation offices employing
118 licensed valuers.

On their part, the 2,426 registered real estate services offices continued to play a pivotal role in
the sector. During the first half of the year, Real Estate Registrations and Services Trustees
Offices facilitated 114,848 transactions, serving 86,398 customers, marking a 15% increase in

the number of customers compared to the same period last year.

The outstanding performance of the brokerage and valuation sector is one of the key pillars of
Dubai’s real estate market, reflecting the emirate’s vision of fostering an investment environment
built on public-private partnerships. By facilitating transactions and deals, professional brokers
continue to reinforce investor confidence and contribute to enhancing Dubai’s position as a

leading global real estate investment destination.

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