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In Destination Saudi 2026, we examine the impact of Saudi Arabia’s newly approved property ownership law, which opens designated real estate zones to international buyers for the first time. This milestone under Vision 2030 marks a significant shift in the Kingdom’s property market and its global positioning.
Our latest reports
The Evolving Role of Property Asset Management in the Maturing KSA Market
A monthly series from our experts on their perspectives on Saudi Arabia's real estate landscape.
31 August 2026
Retail & Leisure
Saudi Arabia Retail Market Overview
An annual review of Saudi Arabia's Saudi Arabia Retail & F&B Market, exploring consumer trends, supply dynamics and market performance.
04 August 2026
Saudi Arabia's Retail and F&B Market: Growth Opportunities in a Changing Consumer Landscape
A monthly series from our experts on their perspectives on Saudi Arabia's real estate landscape.
29 July 2026
Hospitality
Saudi Arabia Hospitality Market Review
A snapshot of the key trends, performance indicators and development activity shaping Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and religious tourism sectors.
18 June 2026
Retail & Leisure
Saudi Arabia Retail Market Overview
An annual review of Saudi Arabia's Saudi Arabia Retail & F&B Market, exploring consumer trends, supply dynamics and market performance.
04 August 2026
Saudi Arabia's Retail and F&B Market: Growth Opportunities in a Changing Consumer Landscape
A monthly series from our experts on their perspectives on Saudi Arabia's real estate landscape.
29 July 2026
Hospitality
Saudi Arabia Hospitality Market Review
A snapshot of the key trends, performance indicators and development activity shaping Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and religious tourism sectors.
18 June 2026
Our flagship reports
Destination Saudi
Destination Saudi 2026: Global Investor Appetite for Saudi Real Estate
In Destination Saudi 2026, we examine the impact of Saudi Arabia’s newly approved property ownership law, which opens designated real estate zones to international buyers for the first time. This milestone under Vision 2030 marks a significant shift in the Kingdom’s property market and its global positioning.
09 March 2026
The Saudi Report
The Saudi Report 2025
Now in its 4th edition, The Saudi Report is our exclusive biennial flagship publication, offering in-depth insights and a comprehensive analysis of Saudi Arabia’s residential real estate market.
24 October 2025
The Private Capital Report
The Private Capital Report
In our inaugural Middle East Private Capital Report, we offer a detailed analysis of high-net-worth-individuals demand for real estate across the region.
07 January 2026
Latest insights
Wealth
From land banks to investment platforms: the evolution of family offices in Saudi Arabia
From land banks to investment platforms: the evolution of family offices in Saudi Arabia
07 May 2026
Wealth
من حيازة الأراضي إلى منصات استثمارية مؤسسية: كيف تعيد المكاتب العائلية تشكيل الاستثمار العقاري في السعودية
من حيازة الأراضي إلى منصات استثمارية مؤسسية: كيف تعيد المكاتب العائلية تشكيل الاستثمار العقاري في السعودية
07 May 2026
Residential
تزايد السكن المتكامل في المملكة العربية السعودية
السكن المتكامل في المملكة العربية السعودية: من المعروض السكني إلى جودة الحياة
16 February 2026
Residential
The rise of integrated living in Saudi Arabia
Integrated living in Saudi Arabia: From housing supply to quality of life
16 February 2026
Tourism
The Saudi tourism paradox
Why domestic demand is creating a compelling investment case for mid-scale hotels across the Kingdom.
12 January 2026
Tourism
لغز السياحة السعودية
لماذا يمثل الطلب المحلي ركيزة استثمارية مقنعة لتطوير الفنادق المتوسطة في أنحاء المملكة؟
12 January 2026
The Saudi Report
Discover the Data - Commercial
Explore the insights from our second set of surveys, focused on non-residential sectors, in our 2025 Saudi Report was conducted in partnership with YouGov.
30 October 2025
The Saudi Report
Discover the Data - Residential
Explore the insights from our residential survey of 1037 high-income participants, conducted in partnership with YouGov.
30 October 2025
Food & beverage
What’s Driving the Growth in the GCC Food Scene: Global Brands or Local Favourites?
The food and beverage sector is crucial in many industries, and in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, it’s experiencing rapid growth. With the market currently valued at US$ 94 billion, it’s on track to reach US$ 128 billion by 2029. This expansion is drawing interest from international food brands, eager to tap into the region's emerging opportunities. However, it's not just the global players making waves; local favourites are also rising to prominence.
09 September 2024
Food & beverage
What’s Driving the Growth in the GCC Food Scene: Global Brands or Local Favourites?
The food and beverage sector is crucial in many industries, and in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, it’s experiencing rapid growth. With the market currently valued at US$ 94 billion, it’s on track to reach US$ 128 billion by 2029. This expansion is drawing interest from international food brands, eager to tap into the region's emerging opportunities. However, it's not just the global players making waves; local favourites are also rising to prominence.
09 September 2024
Offices
Post-Pandemic Office Insights: What Every Business Should Know
The return to the office after the pandemic represents a profound transformation in corporate real estate, intertwining more closely than ever with human-centric considerations. As companies re-evaluate their workplace strategies, real estate professionals face new challenges and opportunities that emphasise functionality, flexibility, and the human experience.
19 July 2024
Offices
Post-Pandemic Office Insights: What Every Business Should Know
The return to the office after the pandemic represents a profound transformation in corporate real estate, intertwining more closely than ever with human-centric considerations. As companies re-evaluate their workplace strategies, real estate professionals face new challenges and opportunities that emphasise functionality, flexibility, and the human experience.
19 July 2024
Prime residential
Where is Luxury Market Heading Next? Exploring Trends and Opportunities
When a nation prospers, its luxury sector often sees a related expansion. However, the 2020 pandemic has left its mark, affecting countries in different ways. While some are still navigating recovery, others are experiencing astonishing growth. So, what's the current state of the global luxury market, and what challenges does it face?
13 June 2024
Prime residential
Where is Luxury Market Heading Next? Exploring Trends and Opportunities
When a nation prospers, its luxury sector often sees a related expansion. However, the 2020 pandemic has left its mark, affecting countries in different ways. While some are still navigating recovery, others are experiencing astonishing growth. So, what's the current state of the global luxury market, and what challenges does it face?
13 June 2024
Gigaprojects
NEOM: Expats' Top Choice Among Saudi Arabia's Giga Projects
NEOM, the visionary city of tomorrow, has firmly established itself as the top choice among expatriates residing in Saudi Arabia for investment in the Kingdom's Giga projects. Knight Frank's Destination Saudi report reveals that 29% of Saudi-based expats express a keen interest in owning a home in NEOM, surpassing other notable projects like Jeddah Central (15%) and King Salman Park (8%). This underscores NEOM's undeniable appeal and attractiveness to expatriate investors.
30 April 2024
Gigaprojects
NEOM: Expats' Top Choice Among Saudi Arabia's Giga Projects
NEOM, the visionary city of tomorrow, has firmly established itself as the top choice among expatriates residing in Saudi Arabia for investment in the Kingdom's Giga projects. Knight Frank's Destination Saudi report reveals that 29% of Saudi-based expats express a keen interest in owning a home in NEOM, surpassing other notable projects like Jeddah Central (15%) and King Salman Park (8%). This underscores NEOM's undeniable appeal and attractiveness to expatriate investors.
30 April 2024
HNWI investment trends
Is the Red Sea coast the next hub of investment in Egypt and KSA?
If you're thinking about real estate investments, the Red Sea coast in Egypt and Saudi Arabia is a place to keep an eye on. It's been attracting attention from investors worldwide, and here's why.
16 February 2024
HNWI investment trends
Is the Red Sea coast the next hub of investment in Egypt and KSA?
If you're thinking about real estate investments, the Red Sea coast in Egypt and Saudi Arabia is a place to keep an eye on. It's been attracting attention from investors worldwide, and here's why.
16 February 2024
Economy
Riyadh Secures Expo 2030: A Triumph of Global Proportions
In a remarkable turn of events, Riyadh, the vibrant capital of Saudi Arabia, clinched the bid to host the Expo 2030 world fair, marking another diplomatic triumph for the Gulf region following Qatar's successful soccer World Cup and Expo 2020 in Dubai.
16 February 2024
Economy
Riyadh Secures Expo 2030: A Triumph of Global Proportions
In a remarkable turn of events, Riyadh, the vibrant capital of Saudi Arabia, clinched the bid to host the Expo 2030 world fair, marking another diplomatic triumph for the Gulf region following Qatar's successful soccer World Cup and Expo 2020 in Dubai.
16 February 2024
Offices
International business licenses surge, driving Riyadh office occupancy to 96%
A surge in the number of foreign business licenses in Saudi Arabia has contributed to soaring office occupancy levels in Riyadh and other key cities in the Kingdom, while the retail sector too is experiencing a boost in activity, particularly in the Saudi capital.
16 February 2024
Offices
International business licenses surge, driving Riyadh office occupancy to 96%
A surge in the number of foreign business licenses in Saudi Arabia has contributed to soaring office occupancy levels in Riyadh and other key cities in the Kingdom, while the retail sector too is experiencing a boost in activity, particularly in the Saudi capital.
16 February 2024
HNWI investment trends
HOME SWEET (SECOND) HOME
One of the biggest areas of opportunity we have identified in the Kingdom is its burgeoning second homes market. In 2022, we quantified the size of the second homes market for the first time – 44% of homeowners were looking at an additional property purchase in Saudi Arabia.
18 March 2023
HNWI investment trends
HOME SWEET (SECOND) HOME
One of the biggest areas of opportunity we have identified in the Kingdom is its burgeoning second homes market. In 2022, we quantified the size of the second homes market for the first time – 44% of homeowners were looking at an additional property purchase in Saudi Arabia.
18 March 2023
