A slight increase in cement prices last May

Cement

Reading time: < 1 MinuteCement prices in Saudi Arabia rose slightly in May 2026, with increases ranging from 0.32% to 0.71% compared to the same period in 2025, according to the report “Building Materials Prices” issued by the Saudi Contractors Authority. The report showed that the price of black cement reached 15.81 riyals per bag in May 2026, compared to 15.76 riyals in May 2025, an increase of 0.32%, while … Read more

Increases of up to 23.95% annually... Prices of electrical cables rise in May

Reading time: 2 MinutesPrices for electrical cables in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia rose significantly during May 2026, ranging from 13.10% to 23.95% compared to the same period in 2025, according to the «Building Materials Prices» report issued by the Saudi Contractors Authority. The report indicated that the price of 10-mm-diameter electrical cables rose to 26.16 riyals per meter in May 2026, compared to 21.54 riyals in … Read more

Why do so many family-owned businesses fail to transition to a corporate structure?

Corporate and Management Emoji

Reading time: 2 MinutesOne of the most common phrases in the business world is: "We want to become a corporate-governed organization." But the reality is that the desire to transform into an institutionalized company is one thing; the ability to achieve and implement it is another. Many founders have succeeded in building large companies that achieved growth and outstanding results over many years; however, some of these companies face a real challenge when they decide to… Read more

8 Diverse Real Estate Opportunities in North and East Riyadh at the «Matoon Auction»

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Investor's Place, under the supervision of the Enforcement and Liquidation Center (Enfaz), announces the "Riyadh Texts" online auction via the Soumtek Auctions platform. The auction will begin on Sunday, July 5, 2026, and end on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. The auction features eight prime real estate opportunities in strategic locations in key neighborhoods of Riyadh: Property 1: Residential land in the Granada district, measuring 84,924 square meters. Property 2: Residential-commercial land with two deeds in the Al-Mu'ayzilah district, measuring… Read more

Mohammed Iqbal Al-Alawi: Successful shopping centers are built on an understanding of the customer, not on the scale of the project

Reading time: 2 MinutesMohammed Iqbal Alawi, Vice President and Managing Director of Al Sarh Holding Company and an expert in retail, malls, and shopping centers, affirmed that the success of shopping centers and retail projects is no longer solely dependent on project size or investment cost, but rather primarily on understanding customer needs and conducting thorough market research. He emphasized that a successful investor is one who identifies their target audience before… Read more

«Al-Haqil»: Approval of Regulations on Non-Saudi Home Ownership Marks a New Phase of Maturity for the Real Estate Market

Reading time: < 1 MinuteHis Excellency the Minister of Municipalities and Housing and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Authority for Real Estate, Mr. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Hogail, expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister – may God protect them – on the occasion of the Cabinet's approval of the geographical zones and the executive regulations for the system… Read more

The Governor of Al-Jawf Reviews the Latest Developments in Developmental Housing Projects in the Region

Reading time: < 1 MinuteHis Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Nawaf bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Al-Jawf Region, chaired the meeting of the Executive Committee for Developmental Housing in the region today at the Governorate headquarters. His Highness commended the wise leadership – may God support them – for their attention to the housing sector and their support for programs and initiatives that contribute to providing suitable housing for beneficiaries of developmental housing, emphasizing the importance of this sector in strengthening family stability and improving… Read more

The Council of Ministers Approves the Implementing Regulations for the System Governing Real Estate Ownership by Non-Saudis and the Geographical Areas Covered

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, chaired the Cabinet session held today in Jeddah. During the session, the Cabinet approved the executive regulations for the system of non-Saudi ownership of real estate, and approved the geographical areas in which non-Saudis are permitted to own property. The Cabinet also approved authorizing the Minister of Municipalities and Housing – or his designee – to sign… Read more

17 Unique Real Estate Opportunities Offered at the «Samo Al-Madina» Auction»

Reading time: < 1 MinuteDiyar Al Majd Real Estate announces an online public auction, under the supervision of the Enforcement and Liquidation Center (Infaaz) and by order of the Enforcement Court, entitled "Sumou Al Madinah" Auction. The auction features 17 prime real estate opportunities in Madinah, strategically located and offering promising investment prospects. These include: commercial and residential buildings, villas and apartments, commercial and residential land plots, and agricultural land plots of varying sizes. The auction will run from Saturday, June 27, 2026, to Tuesday, June 30, 2026, between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM. [Photos via…] Read more

Implementation Begins on Design Guidelines for the Area Between Al-Orouba Road and the Northern Ring Road in Riyadh

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe Royal Commission for Riyadh City has begun implementing design and architectural guidelines for the area extending between Al-Uruba Road to the south and the Northern Ring Road to the north, within the capital's central commercial corridor, and has resumed issuing permits within the area. This step aims to regulate urban and architectural development, raise the quality of urban outputs, solidify Riyadh's urban identity, and foster a more vibrant and high-quality urban environment in line with the objectives of… Read more