DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 21, 2026--
Waterfront properties in Dubai are expected to experience significant appreciation over the next five years, with growth rates reaching as high as 15–20% annually. Leading this momentum is Breez by Danube, a luxury waterfront development set to redefine Dubai Maritime City with its prime location, 40+ resort-style amenities, fully furnished apartments, and unbeatable pricing starting at just USD 381,000 with a 1% per month payment plan.
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Offering panoramic ocean views and close proximity to Dubai’s key destinations, Breez presents a rare ownership opportunity in one of the city’s most prestigious waterfront locations. This makes it an excellent choice for both homeowners and investors seeking long-term capital growth and high rental returns. With demand for waterfront properties continuing to surge, experts project that Breez will appreciate by 10–15% annually over the next five years, mirroring market trends seen across other waterfront developments in Dubai.
Palm Jumeirah and Bluewaters Island - two of Dubai’s most iconic waterfront destinations - have demonstrated strong price growth. Properties on Palm Jumeirah have recorded remarkable growth of 677% over the past 22 years, with apartments currently priced between AED 17M and AED 26M for two-to-three bedroom units. Similarly, apartments on Bluewaters Island have appreciated by 116% over the past eight years, with current listings starting from AED 4.7M, reaching up to AED 20M for prime units.
The value growth in these areas is driven by a combination of limited supply, world-class infrastructure, and rising global demand for Dubai’s luxury waterfront properties. Breez, with its prime location and a diverse range of residences - including studios, three-bedroom apartments, and penthouses - offers similar investment potential.
Rizwan Sajan, Founder & Chairman of Danube Group, said: “With Breez by Danube, we are offering an opportunity to invest in a luxury waterfront residence at an unbeatable price. It is perfectly positioned to enable real estate ownership through our signature 1% payment plan, zero interest charges, and fully furnished apartments. Breez represents a chance to own a piece of Dubai’s future, where demand for prime waterfront properties is set to continue rising.”
Danube Properties is the third-largest private developer in Dubai, renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable luxury living. For more information, please visit our website.
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Dubai’s Waterfront Real Estate Boom Continues: Breez by Danube Positioned for 10–15% Annual Capital Appreciation (Photo: AETOSWire)
NEW YORK (AP) — Bo Bichette and the New York Mets finalized their $126 million, three-year contract on Tuesday night.
The sides agreed to terms last week, subject to a successful physical. Bichette spurned the NL East rival Philadelphia Phillies to sign with the Mets and will be introduced by the team Wednesday during a news conference at Citi Field.
A two-time All-Star shortstop with the Toronto Blue Jays, Bichette will move to third base with the Mets, who have Francisco Lindor at shortstop. Bichette has never played a professional game at the hot corner.
“Throughout his career, Bo has distinguished himself as one of the best pure right-handed hitters in baseball," Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said in a news release announcing the deal.
"He possesses the rare combination of elite bat-to-ball (skills) and power that will impact our lineup. Beyond his on-field skills, Bo has earned the reputation as one of the most intense competitors in our sport. We’re excited to add him to our team and believe he fits our organization very well.”
About two hours later, the busy Mets acquired center fielder Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox in a trade for infielder Luisangel Acuña and minor league pitcher Truman Pauley.
Bichette can opt out of his contract after the first or second season to become a free agent again. He would receive $47 million for one year and $89 million for two years.
The deal does not contain any deferred money and Bichette gets a full no-trade provision. His $42 million average annual value ties for the sixth-highest in baseball history.
The additions of Bichette and Robert were the latest big developments in an eventful offseason for the Mets, who angered fans by letting popular slugger Pete Alonso and star closer Edwin Díaz leave in free agency. Stearns also traded two other stalwarts, outfielder Brandon Nimmo and versatile veteran Jeff McNeil — both homegrown players.
New York signed closer Devin Williams to a $51 million, three-year contract, infielder Jorge Polanco to a $40 million, two-year deal and reliever Luke Weaver to a $22 million, two-year agreement.
Although he lacks Alonso’s power, Bichette is a proven hitter with quick hands at the plate. He gives the Mets a potent right-handed bat to help complement lefty slugger Juan Soto.
Because of his inexperience at third, however, Bichette becomes the latest question mark in the field for New York even though Stearns has insisted the team must improve its defense and is determined to do so.
Polanco has one pitch of major league experience at first base, where he and Mark Vientos, previously a third baseman, are the leading candidates to replace Alonso.
Bichette batted .311 with 18 home runs, 94 RBIs and an .840 OPS in 139 games for the Blue Jays last year. He hit a three-run homer off Shohei Ohtani in Game 7 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Late last season, Bichette sprained his left knee in a Sept. 6 collision with New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells, keeping the infielder out of the lineup until the World Series. He returned for Game 1 against the Dodgers and played second base for the first time in six years.
Bichette led the American League in hits in 2021 and 2022. He finished second in the major leagues in batting average last season to Yankees slugger Aaron Judge.
Bichette turned down a $22,025,000 qualifying offer from the Blue Jays in November, so they will receive an extra draft pick in July after the fourth round.
New York forfeits its second- and fifth-highest draft picks, along with $1 million in 2027 international signing bonus pool allocation.
Bichette, who turns 28 in March, had spent his entire career with the Blue Jays since they selected him in the second round of the 2016 amateur draft. He is a .294 career hitter with 111 home runs and an .806 OPS in 748 major league games.
He is a son of former big league slugger Dante Bichette, a four-time All-Star outfielder.
AP Baseball Writers Ronald Blum and David Brandt and AP Sports Writer Dan Gelston contributed to this report.
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FILE - Toronto Blue Jays' Bo Bichette celebrates his three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the third inning in Game 7 of baseball's World Series, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Toronto. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
