The General Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) said some indicators in Qatar’s real estate market declined last week. Data published by the authority on its account on the social media platform X on Sunday showed that the total value of real estate sales contracts during the 41st week of 2026, from October 4 to 10, reached QR458m, down 14 percent week over week and 28.1 percent year over year. A total of 111 sales contracts were recorded, a decline of 19.6 percent week over week and 24 percent year over year. By property type, villas accounted for the largest share of sales, valued at QR221m, or 48.3 percent of the total. Vacant land followed at QR121.2m, or 26.5 percent, while residential apartments accounted for QR37.7m, or 8.2 percent. Other property types totaled…

The Board of Directors of Aqar Real Estate Investments Company, listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange, confirmed the adoption of the schedule of the special equity maturities to increase the company’s capital, provided that the subscription period and the trading of priority rights will begin on October 27, 2026, and the subscription period will end on November 10.The company said that the timetable comes after the Capital Markets Authority approved the prospectus for the capital increase issued on September 27, 2026, according to the company’s disclosure to the Kuwait Stock Exchange on Monday.    Aqar recorded a profit in the first half of 2026 of 1.01 million dinarsIt is noteworthy that the Extraordinary General Assembly postponed to "Aqar" was approved, on September…

Decree-Law No. 114 of 2026 on mortgage financing for housing care beneficiaries in Kuwait was issued yesterday with the aim of accelerating the provision of housing for citizens and removing financial obstacles that prevent them from accessing housing care, in order to ensure the sustainability of providing adequate housing in the foreseeable future, according to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA).The decree-law includes 15 articles, and determines the scope of application of the mortgage financing system, whether to buy a housing unit from the real estate developer in accordance with Law No. 118 of 2023 and its amendments, or to build the government voucher allocated to the citizen from the Public Authority for Housing Welfare, in accordance with the approved controls for housing projects.…

Al Hamra Real Estate Company has received two gold awards at the 2026 GCC Health, Safety and Environment Excellence Awards (ASSP GCC HSE Excellence Awards 2026), a well-established regional programme established and organized by the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), in an important milestone for the company in its first participation in the Regional Awards Program. This recognition is a reflection of the company’s continuous efforts in developing the health, safety and environment management system, and the application of professional standards in its various operational processes, in order to enhance the efficiency of facilities management, and consolidate the culture of prevention, risk management and environmental responsibility, and ensure the provision of a…

Saudi Arabia and the UAE have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation on power grid interconnection, electricity trading and cross-border rail connectivity, state-owned Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Thursday.

Kuwait Ports Authority (KPA) is expected to award a feasibility study consultancy contract for the Doha Port Development Project in the first quarter of 2027, a source aware of the details said.

Infracorp, a leading company specializing in sustainable infrastructure development and investment, has secured three prestigious accolades at the Arabian Property Awards 2026, part of the globally renowned International Property Awards program, recognizing three of its landmark residential and hospitality developments in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The awards included "Kempinski Harbour Heights" winning Best Hotel Development for Bahrain in recognition of its premium hospitality concept in the heart of Manama. "Meliá Beachfront Bahrain" received the award for Best Residential High-Rise Development for Bahrain, highlighting its architectural excellence on Amwaj Islands. Meanwhile, "Marina Bay" on Reef Island was awarded Best Residential Development (20+ Units) for Bahrain. Dr.…

Cityscape Global 2025 continued in Riyadh today (November 38) with a series of real estate deals and policy discussions around the theme: The Future of Urban Living.  Sponsored by Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, in partnership with REGA, Vision 2030 and Housing Program, and organised by Tahaluf, Cityscape Global has become the leading platform for convening international real estate leaders to discuss investments, planning and innovation. On day one, a dedicated panel discussion with Loaye Al-Nahedh, CEO, REDF; Brian Higgins, Founder & Managing Partner, King Street Capital Management and Mohammed bin Saleh Albuty, CEO, NHC, joined to discuss how Saudi Arabia’s government-backed initiatives are reshaping investor confidence.  They noted a sharp rise in global…

Reportage Properties in Saudi Arabia and Egypt CEO, Mr. Eslam Hammam, expected the company’s sales to exceed SAR 500 million by the end of 2025. Hammam confirmed that this strong performance reflects the company’s commitment to a sustainable development approach over the past years, based on delivering high-quality residential projects that meet the needs of the growing Saudi market. The CEO noted that the clients and investors trust in the company, particularly in Riyadh, has been a pivotal factor in achieving this growth, noting the company's commitment to providing modern real estate products based on clear standards of quality and urban planning. Hammam confirmed that Reportage Saudi Arabia is preparing to enter a strategic expansion phase in 2026. He said that the…

Cityscape Global 2025, the world’s most attended real estate show, will gather global thought leaders across every aspect of urban development, to share strategic insights on building smarter, more liveable, and resilient urban environments. Cityscape Global 2025 will be held in Riyadh from November 17 to 20. With global urbanisation set to reach 68% by 2050, and the Middle East’s urban population projected to climb to 75%, human-centric planning is essential. Cityscape Global will spotlight how designing cities around people delivers measurable improvements in health, equity, and economic resilience at the scale that the region’s rapidly expanding cities demand. Taking place on the Main Stage on Day 3 of Cityscape Global, the Future of Living Summit will be focused…

Reportage KSA, a leading real estate developer in Saudi Arabia, announced total sales exceeding SAR 350 million in 2024, a new proof the success to their expansion strategy in the Saudi market. “We continued to achieve outstanding performance over the past year, reflected in increased sales. This confirms our ability to keep pace with market changes and launch new projects that meet the needs of a diverse customer base,” said Islam Hammam, CEO of Reportage KSA. Hammam revealed the company's strategic expansion plan for 2025, which includes the launch of more than 7 new projects in Riyadh, in addition to expanding in Jeddah, in line with the growing demand for modern and integrated residential communities.He pointed out that the company aims to increase the scope of works…

Diriyah Company has announced the launch of its Media and Innovation District in the historic birth place of Saudi Arabia. Spanning 250,000 sq m of office GFA, the district will feature 450 residential units as well as 15,000 sq m retail space with a mix of dining options. The pioneering, future-focused hub, which was officially unveiled at the MIPIM property expo in Cannes, France, will redefine the kingdom's technology, media and communications industries by creating a dynamic new ecosystem within Diriyah, encouraging innovation and collaboration between local and global industry leaders. ​ According to Diriyah, the district will serve as a new home for global media networks, creative agencies, and professionals seeking a collaborative ecosystem with hitech infrastructure, designed…