DSL survey identifies high demand for international real estate acquisition from liquid Middle East markets

The research, which surveyed a cross-section of potential show visitors to the Worldwide Property Show, had 80 percent of respondents looking favorably at international real estate acquisition as a viable investment option.

'International real estate is becoming a highly attractive proposition both for balancing investment portfolios and also for residential and retirement purposes. The emergence of potential rapid growth, high return markets such in Eastern Europe and South East Asia is spurring investment activity in global real estate,' said Tessa Morris, Marketing Director, DSL Exhibitions.

DSL's survey also indicated a keen interest in local markets for international real estate investment, with over 80 percent of investors signaling their intent to consider international property acquisitions.

Approximately 7 percent of respondents expressed interest in searching for property in Eastern Europe while another 5 percent expressed specific interest in mushrooming Indian and Pakistani markets.

'This year's Worldwide Property Show will address a growing demand for international real estate from liquid Middle Eastern Investors. Our research indicates that the property offerings showcased at the show will generate investment interest, and lead to successful business deals being closed,' Tessa commented.

The Worldwide Property Show will be held in Dubai at the Grand Hyatt on November 17-19th and at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre on November 22-25th. Admission is free to the public.