| Study Period | 2020 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 11.22 Billion |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 16.68 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 8.24 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
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GCC REIT Market Analysis
The GCC REIT Industry is expected to grow from USD 11.22 billion in 2025 to USD 16.68 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.24% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
The GCC has seen several Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) listed in stock exchanges in the past few years. This accelerated after Saudi Arabia's Capital Markets Authority (CMA) approved the listing of REITs in 2016 as a part of the National Transformation Program (NTP) and Saudi Vision 2030. Due to the economic crisis in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the listed REITs have seen a steep decline in their share prices and market capitalizations.
REITs are not as popular in the GCC as in advanced countries despite the region being home to wealthy individuals and large institutional investors. The lack of a regulatory framework for the listing and operation of REITs remains a major hindrance to its development in the region. However, the region's capital markets authority (CMA) has started revamping regulations to pave the way for the development of alternative investments.
The future looks promising for REITs in GCC, especially with the new class of investors looking for investment products to diversify their portfolios in the local markets. Islamic REITs can be a preferable option for traditional investors who wish to invest in Sharia-compliant products in different asset classes, such as real estate.
GCC REIT Market Trends
Growing Asset Allocation to Real Estate by Large Investors in The Region
Only 33% of the SWFs allocated 10% or more toward real estate. However, that is expected to change, with about 70% of the SWFs targeting a 10% or more allocation towards real estate in GCC. The reason is the real estate sector's ability to achieve steady cash flows through rental income and inherent ability to act as a hedge against inflation (due to contractual escalations in long-term contracts) besides healthy yields and the prospect of capital appreciation.
The property price correction in the United Arab Emirates has triggered many investors to explore alternate investment avenues to preserve and grow their wealth. Ironically, the current downturn in the real estate sector is also an opportune time to invest in a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT).
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GCC REITs Average 1-Year Returns
REITs in the United Arab Emirates were offering healthy dividend yields compared to the global average. However, the story emerging in Saudi Arabia was a little different, with REITs offering an average dividend yield of 2.7%. Part of the issue in Saudi Arabia was that there was a sudden rush in listings with insufficient diligence done on the quality of assets. Early entrants to the market were able to obtain an initial premium on the listing. However, the long-term performance of a REIT is determined by the underlying quality of the real estate.
UAE has higher returns than most of the world's popular real estate investment sites as the rental income is tax-free due to tax exemption on capital gains.
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GCC REIT Industry Overview
The report includes an overview of REITs operating across GCC. We wish to present a detailed profiling of a few major companies, which cover product offerings, regulations governing them, their headquarters, and financial performance. Currently, some of the major players dominating the market are Al Rajhi REIT, Riyad REIT, Emirates REIT, ENBD REIT, and Jadwa Saudi REIT.
GCC REIT Market Leaders
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Al Rajhi REIT
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Riyad REIT
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Emirates REIT
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ENBD REIT
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Jadwa Saudi REIT
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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GCC REIT Market News
- In September 2022, Saudi Arabia introduced a real estate investment trust (REIT) regime. In November 2016, Riyad REIT was the first REIT to be listed in Saudi Arabia (and only the second REIT to be listed in the Middle East), which was followed by another 17 REITs up to July 2022, with a number of them also increasing their capital to acquire additional assets.
- In January 2021, the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) began trading in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) with the listing of Al Mal Capital's REIT.
GCC REIT Industry Segmentation
An understanding of the GCC REIT industry, regulatory environment, REITs, and their business models, along with detailed market segmentation, product types, revenues and dividends, current market trends, changes in market dynamics, and growth opportunities. In-depth analysis of the market size and forecast for the various segments. The GCC REIT Industry is segmented based on country (United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait). The report offers market size and forecasts in value (USD Billion) for all the above segments.
| By Country | United Arab Emirates |
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GCC REIT Market Research FAQs
How big is the GCC REIT Market?
The GCC REIT Market size is expected to reach USD 11.22 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 8.24% to reach USD 16.68 billion by 2030.
What is the current GCC REIT Market size?
In 2025, the GCC REIT Market size is expected to reach USD 11.22 billion.
Who are the key players in GCC REIT Market?
Al Rajhi REIT, Riyad REIT, Emirates REIT, ENBD REIT and Jadwa Saudi REIT are the major companies operating in the GCC REIT Market.
What years does this GCC REIT Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the GCC REIT Market size was estimated at USD 10.30 billion. The report covers the GCC REIT Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the GCC REIT Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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