Month: February 2026

Tiles or ceramic tiles Which is the best choice for rooftops?

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteWhen building or renovating homes and buildings, many families and contractors ask themselves: What is the best option for roofing? Should it be traditional tiles or modern ceramic tiles? This question is no longer just a matter of taste; it has a direct impact on durability, weather resistance, and maintenance costs. In this report, we present a comprehensive comparison of the two options to help you make a decision … Read more

108.8 thousand mortgage contracts from banks in Saudi Arabia by 2025

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Saudi Central Bank - Digital Brokerage

Reading time: 3 MinutesThe volume of new residential mortgage financing provided to individuals in Saudi Arabia in 2025 declined by 11.42% compared to the previous year, according to data from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), with the value of new residential financing for individuals decreasing by 10.7 billion riyals from its 2024 level.The total value of new residential financing provided to individuals in 2025 by banks … Read more

Real Estate Authority monitors a number of violations during the past month

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteLast January, the General Real Estate Authority, in collaboration with relevant government agencies, conducted 28 joint inspection tours that included visits to 304 real estate establishments in various regions of the Kingdom. Compliance with Real Estate Legislation These inspections aim to ensure compliance with real estate legislation in general and the real estate brokerage system in particular, in addition to matters falling within the jurisdiction of the participating government agencies. The Authority clarified that … Read more

«Media Regulatory Authority (MRA) launches investment opportunity map and content enhancement reports

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Media Regulatory Authority Report

Reading time: < 1 MinuteIn a strategic move that will shape the future of the media industry in the Kingdom, the CEO of the General Authority for Media Regulation, Dr. Abdul Latif bin Mohammed Al-Abdul Latif, launched—during his participation in the «Saudi Media Forum 2026»— two reference documents: the report «The State of Media in Saudi Arabia and Investment Opportunities» and the report «The Saudi Society’s Media Preferences.» This initiative comes with the direct support of His Excellency the Minister of Media, Mr. Salman Al-Dosari, … Read more

Regulating the rental relationship. Covered contracts, enforcement mechanisms and the rights of the parties

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Reading time: 2 MinutesThe General Real Estate Authority seeks to regulate the rental relationship between landlords and tenants through a set of decisions and regulations covering the types of contracts involved, the mechanism for determining rent, and the procedures for registering contracts on the «Ejar» network. First: Types of Contracts Covered by the Regulation of the Tenancy RelationshipThe decision regulating the tenancy relationship covers all residential and commercial contracts, with the exception of agricultural and industrial uses that fall under real estate … Read more

Saudi Media Forum discusses the future of media startups and funding challenges

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Reading time: 2 MinutesThe Saudi Media Forum 2026 explores the future of media startups through a central question: How does ambition translate into sustainable growth when bank financing becomes a prerequisite for launch? The forum’s session on “Expansion Opportunities for Media Startups” opens a dialogue on the opportunities and challenges media companies face in securing financing from the banking sector, through topics that address financial realities, break down barriers, and explore… Read more

Does the National Privatization Strategy open a new era of partnership and real estate investment?

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Imaginary Saudi Arabian real estate

Reading time: 3 MinutesThe real estate market in Saudi Arabia is entering a pivotal phase as the implementation of the National Privatization Strategy accelerates. This strategy is no longer viewed merely as an administrative or financial program, but rather as a comprehensive economic initiative that redefines the relationship between the state and the private sector, and places real estate at the heart of the transformation process. As the government shifts from the role of owner and operator to that of regulator and facilitator, land and facilities are transforming from … Read more

Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center to require contractors to pre-qualify technical approval starting next January

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Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Riyadh Region Infrastructure Projects Center has required infrastructure contractors to obtain prior technical approval, effective January 2027, as part of the “Asoul” program, and as part of its efforts to improve the efficiency and reliability of project implementation and to strengthen compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards in the city of Riyadh. Improving project quality. The Center explained that the prior technical approval aims to enhance competitiveness … Read more

A strong start to shape the future Harvesting the first day of the Saudi Media Forum 2026

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Reading time: 3 MinutesThe first day of the Saudi Media Forum 2026, held in Riyadh, saw remarkable momentum in terms of attendance and participation, reflecting the forum’s growing stature as a regional and international platform that brings together decision-makers, experts, academics, and practitioners to discuss the future of media amid rapid digital and technological transformations. Media as a Soft Power for Change and Shaping Public Opinion: The Saudi Media Forum kicked off … Read more

Saudi Media Forum 2026. A pioneering platform that embodies the Kingdom's media and cultural leadership

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Reading time: 2 MinutesThe Saudi Media Forum is a leading media platform that annually brings together media professionals and decision-makers, and hosts a select group of prominent figures and leaders in the media sector to discuss the most pressing issues and challenges facing the industry, as well as ways to keep pace with a rapidly changing world. This makes the forum a pivotal event in this year of media transformation, and a true reflection of the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 in strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a media hub … Read more

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