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    January 7th 20192019, GCC Forecasts

    GCC property markets forecast to remain under pressure in 2019

    S&P Global Ratings says supply demand imbalances, economic slowdown, and lower population growth to hit Guf real estate markets next year.

    GCC real estate markets in 2019 are not expected to fare any better than in 2018, said S&P.

    The ratings agency said GCC real estate markets in 2019 are not expected to fare any better than in 2018, wrought with political uncertainties, supply demand imbalances, economic slowdown, and lower population growth.

    On the flipside, S&P said it expects higher oil prices to reduce fiscal pressures and some of the GCC governments have announced measures to support the real estate sector.

    For example, Saudi Arabia is launching various affordable housing programs, real estate public-private-partnerships, and mega projects while the UAE has announced reduction in government fees and relaxation of regulations around foreign ownership in businesses located outside of free zones.

    Abu Dhabi has also announced AED50 billion ($13.6 billion) economic stimulus for business owners, real estate sector, and tourism among other areas over the next three years.

    “We expect GCC office, retail and residential rentals to remain under pressure over the next 12-18 months because of weak market sentiment, increased supply in most markets and segments and a strong dollar,” S&P said.

    On the region’s tourism prospects in 2019, S&P added that it expects to see lower average daily rates (ADRs) for hotels as supply continues to increase faster than demand, notably in Dubai.

    “We also anticipate pressure on retailers and retail real estate in the short term, with the introduction of VAT, growth in online shopping, and tourists becoming more cost sensitive, with Dubai’s Expo 2020 and Qatar’s Soccer World cup 2022 providing a boost to the sector over the medium term,” the research note added.

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