Medallion Associates Opens Dubai Office to Boost Real Estate Investments

Medallion Associates, a leading investment advisory firm, has launched its Institutional Investor Desk, a bold initiative designed to seize new financial opportunities within Dubai’s thriving real estate sector. As property transactions in the city rise by 32% and sales values grow by 23%, the timing of this launch aligns perfectly with Dubai’s post-pandemic recovery efforts, signalling an opportunity to unlock untapped market potential.

A Resilient Market Backed by Government Reforms

Dubai’s real estate revival is driven by proactive regulatory changes, including measures by the Dubai government and the Dubai Land Department (DLD). These reforms complement global trends of rising real estate demand and position the sector for sustainable growth. Medallion’s new Desk aligns with Dubai’s Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033, which seeks to boost real estate transactions to AED 1 trillion and enhance the sector’s contribution to economic diversification.

Supporting Dubai’s Economic Vision through Strategic Partnerships

The Institutional Investor Desk also plays a critical role in advancing the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, spearheaded by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. This agenda emphasizes sustainable economic growth, and Medallion’s Desk aims to attract institutional capital by working closely with investment consultants, advisors, and placement agents. Through these partnerships, Medallion aims to build credibility and channel substantial investment into Dubai's real estate sector.

Masood Al Awar, CEO of Medallion Associates, highlights the current investment landscape: “Dubai real estate industry has been something of an underachiever when it comes to attracting institutional investment. Despite controlling a staggering $120 trillion in global assets, institutional investors have only allocated $52 billion to Dubai. Our goal is to change that narrative and draw more of this investment to our vibrant market.”

Customized Investment Solutions for Institutional Investors

Medallion’s Desk will offer highly tailored investment options, including bespoke investment mandates and separately managed accounts (SMAs). These customized solutions will cater to specific risk-return profiles and liquidity preferences, ensuring investors can navigate Dubai’s dynamic market with confidence. This personalized approach aims to maximize returns while carefully managing risks, reinforcing investor trust.

Dubai: A Top Destination for Real Estate Investment

Dubai continues to outperform other global real estate markets, offering rental yields as high as 9%. The city’s favourable tax policies—such as the absence of property and capital gains taxes—further enhance its appeal as a prime investment destination. Despite its potential, Medallion’s analysis reveals that the real estate market has only captured a small portion of institutional investment, highlighting the opportunity for growth that the new Desk aims to unlock.

Al Awar emphasizes Dubai’s unique advantages: “The post-COVID investment landscape of the present offers few opportunities that match what Dubai has to offer. Our mission at Medallion is to transform these advantages into concrete results, driving enduring institutional investment flows that will benefit our economy now and in the future.”

Positioning Dubai as a Global Hub for Institutional Investors

Through its Institutional Investor Desk, Medallion Associates seeks to position Dubai at the forefront of global real estate investment. By fostering strategic partnerships and offering tailored investment solutions, Medallion is committed to unlocking the city’s full potential and ensuring that Dubai remains a top destination for institutional investors seeking lucrative opportunities.