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Cheval Is Riding Out Dubai’s Demand Slump On Long-Stay Guests

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Cheval is prioritizing long-stay domestic guests to mitigate Dubai’s current travel demand slump. This strategy aims to bridge the gap until a full market recovery, which S&P analysts do not anticipate until 2027.
- 01Cheval relies on long-term residential demand to offset declining international tourism numbers
- 02Market recovery for the Dubai hospitality sector is not expected until 2027
- 03Strategic focus remains on domestic stability during the extended period of regional demand weakness
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Cheval is betting Dubai’s domestic demand can carry it to recovery. S&P doesn’t see that recovery until 2027.