Month: February 2026

In detail. New regulation to regulate the activity of gas network for residential and commercial purposes

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Reading time: 2 MinutesIn a move aimed at enhancing safety, increasing operational efficiency and regulating the gas distribution market, the Minister of Energy issued a decision approving the Gas Network Activity Regulation for residential and commercial purposes, which will be effective from the date of its publication on the Ministry's website, constituting a new regulatory framework governing the establishment and operation of gas distribution networks in the Kingdom. What is a gas network activity? The regulation defines the activity ... Read more

Real estate transactions in January... 28.49 billion riyals in sales transactions And about 12 billion for rentals

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Reading time: 3 MinutesThe monthly bulletin of the real estate market in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for January 2026, issued by the General Authority for Real Estate, revealed a significant decline in sales trading activity compared to the same period last year, compared to a strong performance in the rental market, especially in the non-residential sector, reflecting shifts in the dynamics of supply and demand within the Saudi real estate market at the beginning of the year ... Read more

Tips for successfully marketing auctions and selling real estate opportunities

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Reading time: 2 MinutesDespite the momentum of real estate auctions in the market, and the vital location of some of the assets on offer, some properties go unsold, at a time when many expect the auction to be the fastest way to stimulate demand and achieve the best possible price. This paradox raises legitimate questions: What drives investors to shy away from certain real estate? Read more

«Don't be fooled by appearance» How to distinguish between natural and artificial wood when buying furniture?

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Reading time: 3 MinutesWhen you walk into a furniture store, you might be fooled by the shiny looks and elaborate finishes, but the difference between a piece made from natural wood and synthetic wood can determine not only how beautiful the furniture is, but also its longevity, quality, and long-term investment. At a time when synthetic materials are becoming more prevalent in the furniture industry due to lower cost, the need for consumer awareness is becoming increasingly important... Read more

The General Real Estate Authority issues the monthly bulletin of the real estate market in January 2026

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Real Estate Market Monthly Newsletter January 2026

Reading time: 2 MinutesThe General Real Estate Authority (GRA) issued the monthly real estate market bulletin for January, which contains a summary of the statistics and data witnessed in real estate transactions and deals. The report highlights the changes in the volumes and values of sales in the residential and non-residential sectors, monitoring the general index in buying, against the continued flexibility and remarkable growth in the movement of rental contracts and their trades. A general decline in the volumes and values of real estate transactions witnessed ... Read more

Riyadh to host MIPIM Middle East for the first time in October

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteIn a move that reflects the growing Saudi presence on the international investment map, the Saudi Investment Marketing Authority (SIMA) signed a memorandum of understanding with RX Arabia to organize the first edition of the international real estate exhibition «MIPIM Middle East» in the capital, Riyadh, on October 20 and 21, 2026. The agreement aims to establish a sustainable strategic partnership between the two sides to organize the exhibition in Riyadh this year, ... Read more

Memorandum of Understanding signed between Sharif Ghalib Waqf and Al Balad Al Amin to develop Husseiniya land in Makkah

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Sharif Ghalib Waqf signed a memorandum of understanding with Al Balad Al Amin Development and Urban Development Company - the investment arm of the Holy Capital Municipality - to develop the Waqf land in Makkah known as «Al Husseiniya», in a move that is the largest of its kind at the level of endowment projects in the Kingdom, on Thursday evening, Ramadan 9. The memorandum was signed in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Municipalities and Housing, Mr. Majid bin ... Read more

25 % Decrease in service interruptions and encroachments on infrastructure assets in Riyadh region

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Infrastructure Projects Center in Riyadh announced a 25% decrease in service interruptions and encroachments on underground infrastructure assets, including water, energy, communications and other vital networks, as a result of developing the infrastructure management system, enhancing integration and coordination between the relevant authorities, and raising the efficiency of planning and implementation at project sites. He explained that this ... Read more

Emir of Hail launches Joud Al-Regions 3 campaign and donates 1.3 million riyals to it

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteUnder the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz, Emir of Hail, the “Joud Al Regions (3)” campaign was launched Under the slogan “Joud is from us and among us”, in the presence of the Undersecretary of the Emirate of Hail, Ali bin Salem Al Amer, the team of the Community Development Housing Foundation “Sakan”, and the directors of government agencies in the region, in addition to a number of businessmen, donors, contributors and philanthropists. ... Read more

The old houses in Al Baha. An architectural legacy that evokes the atmosphere of Ramadan

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Reading time: 2 MinutesIn a scene that reflects the depth of the connection to the urban heritage and embodies the spirit of simplicity lived by parents and grandparents, a number of residents of Al-Baha region are recreating the atmosphere of Ramadan Iftar in old houses, as heritage houses turn into vibrant spaces that evoke the features of old life with its social values and architectural authenticity. In the region's provinces, including Al Aqeeq, stone and mud houses are considered ... Read more

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