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Core Viewpoint - The UAE real estate market is experiencing a significant crisis of confidence due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, leading to a sharp decline in transaction activities and a substantial drop in property stock prices [2][4][6]. Group 1: Market Impact - Aldar Properties, the largest listed developer in Abu Dhabi, has seen its stock price drop over 33% since the outbreak of conflict [2][4]. - Emaar Properties, another major developer in the UAE, has also experienced a decline of over 30% in its stock price, with bond prices of various developers significantly falling [6]. - Overall transaction value in the UAE real estate market decreased by 31% year-on-year and 51% month-on-month in the first half of March since the conflict began [6]. Group 2: Investor Sentiment - Investor sentiment towards the Dubai real estate market has turned cautious, with rising risk aversion among international investors and capital flows being affected [6]. - There has been a surge in inquiries from clients looking to transfer assets from the UAE to Singapore following the outbreak of the US-Iran conflict [6]. - Economists from Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank emphasize that foreign investor confidence will be crucial for future real estate demand, especially as new housing supply is expected to remain high starting in the second half of 2026 [6]. Group 3: Long-term Outlook - If foreign investor enthusiasm remains low, there could be a high vacancy rate for luxury villas and off-plan apartments in the UAE [7]. - Analysts warn that prolonged conflict could damage the UAE's carefully cultivated image of safety and openness [7]. - Despite current challenges, some executives in the Middle Eastern real estate sector maintain confidence in the long-term prospects of the market, citing strong fundamentals in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries [9].