Transparency at risk as stamp duty system shifts to self‑declaration - The Edge Malaysia Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways Malaysia’s shift to a Stamp Duty Self‑Assessment System (SDSAS) may reduce market price transparency. Self‑declaration increases valuation risk for international buyers and lenders....
Taranis Capital and Emaar Executive Company Partner to Build Next‑Gen Data Centres in Saudi Arabia – The Fintech Times Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways Strategic partnership creates a fully integrated platform for developing carrier‑neutral data centres across Saudi Arabia. Projected asset base > USD 5 billion, supporting at...
We spoke to over 30 CEOs and business leaders. Here's what worries them most Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways CEOs see a “perpetual shock” environment – geopolitics, tech disruption and macro‑headwinds dominate decision‑making. UAE real‑estate offers a tangible hedge and a flexible platform for capital‑preserving investments....
ZAWYA: PMI unveils the MENA Construction Talent Gap Report highlighting urgent workforce challenges - TradingView Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways Projected shortfall of 111,737 qualified construction project‑management professionals in MENA by 2035. Talent scarcity can add 5‑15 % to total project cost and delay...
Arizona among states with steepest home price drops in U.S. - Phoenix New Times Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways Median listing price fell to $472,826 in Q1 2026, a $28k drop YoY. Days on market increased to ~70 days, signalling slower buyer urgency. Cap rates are climbing into the high‑single‑digit to low‑double‑digit...
The disconnect between rising equities and high oil prices Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways Equity markets remain buoyant thanks to AI‑driven growth and accommodative monetary policy, despite elevated oil prices. The UAE property market offers strong yield potential and price resilience, especially in premium office, luxury...
Calif. Developer Sees Shifts After Housing Litigation, Reforms - Law360 Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways California’s post‑litigation housing reforms are unlocking higher‑density, transit‑oriented projects in secondary markets. Institutional capital is shifting from core metros to suburbs where cap rates offer 150‑250 bps...
Tariffs Forced Primestor To Switch Modular Manufacturers – Law360 Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways Tariff changes can rapidly inflate modular construction costs even when the primary manufacturer is domestic. Robust force‑majeure, change‑in‑law, and escalation clauses are essential to protect developers and investors....
States Override Localities To Encourage Alt Housing Models - Law360 Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways State preemption is creating a uniform baseline that removes local zoning barriers for ADUs, SROs, and manufactured homes. Institutional and international capital is flowing quickly into alternative‑housing pipelines...
The Challenges To Building Affordable Housing In Small Cities - Law360 Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways Small‑city affordable‑housing projects face unique barriers: community resistance, limited local expertise, and financing constraints. Demographic shifts, logistics/data‑center anchor jobs, and targeted municipal incentives are...