JLL said that growth in Saudi residential property prices has slowed and, in some cases, declined following a period of strong expansion, particularly in the capital, Riyadh. In a report, JLL noted that other markets recorded strong demand accompanied by continued price increases,...
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources issued 95 new industrial licenses in October, while 81 factories began production during the same month. The newly licensed projects represent investments exceeding SAR 2.4 billion and are expected to create more than 942 jobs across...
Wahdan Al Kadi, CEO of the Events Investment Fund (EIF), said that the fund plans to develop 20 projects in Riyadh and Jeddah at a total value of SAR 8 billion over the next five years. Speaking to Al-Eqtisadiah on the sidelines of the Development Finance Conference (MOMENTUM) in...
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has rolled out national initiatives and programs, in partnership with the private sector, to close the skills gap and better prepare the workforce for future labour market needs, said Abdullah Abuthnain, Vice Minister of...
Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector is entering a new phase driven by advanced regulations, digital governance and the activation of a framework allowing non-Saudis to own property, boosting market transparency and appeal, said Abdullah Al-Hammad, CEO of Real Estate General Authority...
The MOMENTUM 2025 Development Finance Conference, which ran from 9 to 11 December, saw the signing of 45 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements with a total value of approximately SAR 6 billion. Signed by the National Development Fund (NDF) and its affiliated sector funds and banks with...
PwC Middle East has relocated its Riyadh office to Laysen Valley, providing an expanded space to support its people, clients and growing operations in the Kingdom. The new office brings together PwC’s teams and capabilities in a purpose-built environment designed for collaboration, delivery ...
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has achieved a significant sustainability milestone by winning silver award for Best Waste Diversion Initiative – Government Sector category, at the Middle East Waste & Recycling (MEWAR) Awards 2025. The recognition reflects the organisation’s leadership ...
A transformative blueprint for autonomous urban mobility took centre stage yesterday at Automechanika Dubai’s Innovation4Mobility conference at the Dubai World Trade Centre, as industry experts examined how future cities can redesign infrastructure, regulatory systems and societal frameworks to...
The Events Investment Fund (EIF) — launched by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, under the National Development Fund (NDF) — today announced the formation of a strategic joint venture with Legends Global, the...