Knight Frank’s Q2 2025 data confirms Dubai as the global leader in super-prime property sales, with 143 transactions worth $2.6 billion. Despite New York’s resurgence, Dubai’s luxury real estate market remains unmatched in depth, liquidity, and global investor appeal.

Real estate has always been a cornerstone of wealth preservation. Despite downturns caused by crises such as the Global Financial Crisis in 2008 or the COVID-19 pandemic, property values consistently recover and grow over time. This article explains why real estate is a controlled risk investment, compares it with other asset classes, and provides historical examples from Dubai, London, and New York to show why patience is the ultimate strategy for long-term investors.

With $45.6 billion in foreign direct investment in 2024, the UAE ranks among the world’s top ten destinations for capital inflows, reinforcing its role as a key investment hub in the region.