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Construction & Real Estate Lifestyle

Roshn, Talaat Moustafa JV to develop 55,000-unit Riyadh project

Sun, 20 Sep 2026

Saudi developer Roshn has joined hands with Talaat Moustafa Group to set up a new venture that will be responsible for the development of a mixed-use community in Riyadh featuring more than 55,000 residential units along with key retail, hospitality, leisure and healthcare facilities.

Construction & Real Estate Lifestyle

Almajdiah, Capital Hill ink deal to develop $738m KEC residential project

Tue, 15 Sep 2026

Saudi Arabia’s Knowledge Economic City has signed an agreement with Almajdiah and Capital Hill for the development of a new residential project in Madinah at an estimated cost of SAR2.8 billion ($738 million). The project will boast around 2,700 residential apartments as well as 8,000 sqm net leasable commercial space.

Construction & Real Estate Lifestyle

Bloom Holding unveils final phase of integrated Abu Dhabi community

Sun, 13 Sep 2026

Bloom Holding, a premium communities master developer based in Abu Dhabi, has announced the launch of Alhambra, the final release of Bloom Living, its fully integrated and all-inclusive community in the UAE capital, featuring a mix of residential, retail and dining facilities.

Construction & Real Estate Lifestyle

DHCC breaks ground on $816m Dubai Creek Gardens residential project

Thu, 10 Sep 2026

Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) has announced the groundbreaking of its AED3 billion ($816 million) master-planned residential development - Dubai Creek Gardens - which on completion will boast over 1,400 residences alongside curated retail and dining offerings.

Construction & Real Estate Retail & Wholesale

Saudi retail, F&B market resilient as consumer spending hits $113bn

Thu, 06 Aug 2026

Saudi retail and food and beverage market maintained strong momentum in H1 supported by resilient consumer spending - which hit SAR425 billion ($113 billion) - as well as low inflation and expansion of the non-oil economy, according to Knight Frank.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

GWC Group in deal to set up retail facility in Logistics Village Qatar

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

Gulf Warehousing Company, a leading logistics group in the region, has signed a 15-year leasing agreement with Safari Shopping Center for a dedicated commercial retail project within Logistics Village Qatar. The long-term deal features a 3,613-sqm built-up retail facility alongside 5,000 sqm of dedicated parking space.

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Luxury brands turn to AI as consumers embrace technology, says expert

Wed, 08 Jul 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a growing strategic focus for luxury companies as consumers increasingly use AI tools during purchasing decisions, although many brands are still working to move beyond experimentation, according to an industry expert.

Construction & Real Estate Retail & Wholesale

Shamal to open Nad Al Sheba Gardens lifestyle hub in August

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Dubai-based investment firm Shamal Holding has announced the unveiling of "The Grand", a retail and lifestyle destination at its Nad Al Sheba Gardens development, with the project fully leased ahead of its phased opening from August 19.

Construction & Real Estate

Dubai commercial property sales jump 183pc in H1, says report

Wed, 22 Jul 2026

Dubai's commercial property market recorded its strongest H1 performance in 2026, with sales up 183% over last year. The commercial property sales, including offices and retail units, surged to AED19.5 billion ($5.3 billion) through 3,415 deals in the first six months, said a top brokerage.

Construction & Real Estate

Knowledge Economic City in deal to develop $359m mixed-use project

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Knowledge Economic City (KEC) has signed an agreement with Saudi group Alrashid Properties to develop a premium mixed-use project - the Multaqa Residences - in Madinah on a 149,520 sq m area. The SAR1.35 billion ($359 million) project will boast branded residences as well as retail and hospitality assets.