• Global Real Estate Investment Summit & Expo

    13 - 15 JAN 2026, DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE

  • Global Real Estate Investment Summit & Expo

    13 - 15 JAN 2026, DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE
  • Global Real Estate Investment Summit & Expo

    13 - 15 JAN 2026, DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE
  • Global Real Estate Investment Summit & Expo

    13 - 15 JAN 2026, DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE
  • Global Real Estate Investment Summit & Expo

    13 - 15 JAN 2026, DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE

What is RISE?

RISE is the premier 3-day event for leaders in new urbanism driving the rise of new metropoles.

RISE is the Global Real Estate Investment Summit & Exhibition. 

RISE is bringing together the entire real estate investment ecosystem through relevant sectors such as Government & Public Authorities, Investment & Finance, Development & Planning, Real Estate Services & Operations, Technology & Solutions and Hospitality & Travel.

RISE represents a unique opportunity to initiate new projects and establish contacts with high-net-worth partners. 

Be part of the future of urban development, apply for a stand today.

1000+
Top Global Real Estate Investors
250+
Exhibitors
80+
Starts-ups
50+
Countries

Bridging Established Markets With the New World

RISE is connecting high-net-worth stakeholders with urban development leaders to shape the cities of tomorrow.

RISE facilitates opportunities between the private and public sectors in the luxury real estate ecosystem, bringing together investment and urban development leaders not only from the Middle East & Africa region, but also from Europe, Asia and North & South America; in short: all continents.

RISE drives the establishment of new metropoles in the UAE, positioning it as the emerging global hub for luxury lifestyles.

With Vision 2030, the UAE is rapidly transforming its real estate landscape with upcoming megaprojects, attracting global players.

That is why RISE 3-day event will take place from 13 - 15 January 2026 at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai.

Bringing Together Global Capitals & Leaders to Maximise Investment Opportunities

RISE will be unveiling visionary master plans from cities across the Middle East, Europe, Asia & beyond, showcasing the very best of global urban innovation during our 3-day event.

Expending Horizons in a Shifting Global Environment

Global economic shifts put pressure on mature markets while emerging ones offer extensive growth opportunities.

Prices in the US dropped by 11% after interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, undoing two years of gains. The European Central Bank & the Bank of England & also raised rates, increasing capital costs. Mature markets in Europe & North America expect 2-4% annual growth, while MENA, India & Southeast Asia show higher potential at 6-10% due to urbanisation & demographics.

The combined GDP of the Expanded BRICS nations is expected to surpass that of the G7 countries by 2030.

BRICS expanding to include the UAE, Saudi Arabia & Egypt will bring new investment opportunities for the Arab world’s top economies, boosting global influence. BRICS nations are investing in infrastructure like transportation networks, smart cities & economic zones, creating opportunities for real estate developers in industrial parks, logistics hubs & mixed-use developments.

Emergence of

New Metropoles Opening New Horizons

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

china

In China, the government has launched 700+ smart city pilot projects.

 

ghana

Ghana’s real estate market offers compelling rental yields, ranging above 19%, much higher than global benchmarks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sg

Singapore’s real estate sector has surged in investment with a 73% quarter- on-quarter increase.

 

nigeria

Nigeria to invest $3.05T in infrastructure development by 2043, including railway, port & road network upgrades.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

vietnam

Vietnam is one of the top 5 destinations chosen by UHNWI for real estate investment.

 

egypt

Egypt investing $25B in new capital city east of Cairo (700 sq km) & $8.5B in Suez Canal Economic Zone for industrial & logistics hubs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indonesia

Indonesia will become the world’s fourth biggest economy by 2050, surpassing Brazil & Russia.

 

kenya

Kenya’s Konza Techno City project spans a 2,000 ha and is set to be a a new technology & innovation hub in Africa.

The United Arab Emirates: A Global Investment Gateway

The fast-growing UAE's economy

  • UAE’s economy is set to grow by 4.2% in 2024, driven by a 0.7% growth in oil GDP and a 4.5% growth in non-oil GDP.
  • A strong performance in tourism, real estate, construction, transport and manufacturing, and increased capital expenditure, are key factors. The UAE aims to sign 26 economic partnership agreements to attract more investment and diversify its economy.
  • Its appeal as an investment hub is bolstered by its digital economy, political stability, and top-notch infrastructure and strategy location as a global gateway between Europe, Asia and Africa.


 

Dubai: The New Super Wealth Hub Attracting FDI

Dubai Live

UAE’s appeal to HNWIs (high-networth individuals) is expected to foster economic growth beyond $1 trillion by 2026, a compounded rate of 6.7%.

There has been a 27% increase in the number of real estate transactions in Q1 2024, compared to the same period in 2023, including record-breaking sales of $28.8B and close to 36,000 sales deals.

Dubai is highly connected to the rest of the world, with an eight-hour flight radius of any European country and a six-hour flight radius to major cities in the Indian subcontinent and Africa.

Dubai Work

Dubai’s Economic Agenda, D33, unveils an $8.7 trillion roadmap to double foreign trade by 2033.

The Economist’s Global Economy Survey ranks Dubai third globally, outperforming cities like New York, London and Tokyo.

Dubai World Trade Centre won three awards at the World MICE Awards 2023, including the World’s Best Convention Centre

 

Dubai Green

Dubai is transforming the 2020 World Expo site into a human-centric smart city, by reusing at least 80% of expo-built infrastructure including LEED Gold and Platinum-certified buildings.

Operating the world’s largest single-site solar power plant, meeting 15% of the Emirate’s energy needs, with a goal of 75% power generation from renewables by 2050.

Dubai Urban Tech District, aiming to open in 2030, is a world-first, zero-carbon urban tech hub in Al Jaddaf creating 4,000 jobs in green urban tech, education and training.

Dubai Play

Dubai International Airport, named the most popular tourist destination by Tripadvisor for two consecutive years, is expected to have 86.8 million passengers this year.

Over 4.3M sqm of retail space across nearly 100 world-class shopping malls in Dubai. Dubai has generated 137B views on TikTok, making it the platform’s best-rated holiday destination globally.

 

 

Dubai Is The Premier Hub for Luxury

Real Estate

Dubai ranks as the leading global real estate market for luxury home growth potential in 2024 forecast.

  • Dubai’s impressive real estate performance is underpinned  by 17.4% appreciation in capital value of premium homes and expected to outpace other global locales
  • Dubai is the most connected city in the world: 8 hours from Europe and Asia, and 6 hours to the Indian Subcontinent  & Africa. Al Maktoum International Airport will expand to welcome 260M passengers a year.
  • Dubai has established itself among the most coveted tourist destinations with unparalleled hospitality offerings.
  • Dubai attracts each year new investors from around the world in search of high-ROI investment opportunities.
  • With an economy benefitting free movements of goods, Dubai will naturally host RISE from 13 -+ 15 January 2026 at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City.

Dubai: A New Super Wealth Hub

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