Aayan Real Estate Company, listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange, has announced the receipt of a notification from the General Authority for Minors Affairs, stating that the latter has approved the offer submitted by the company regarding a tender for a contract for a period of 3 years.Ayan reported that the tender bears No. (1 for the year 2025-2026) and is concerned with the work of the management of the project to follow up, operate, maintain and manage the real estate belonging to the General Authority for Minors Affairs and under its sponsorship, according to the company’s disclosure to the Kuwait Stock Exchange on Wednesday.    "Aayan" recorded a profit of the first half of 2026 amounted to 2.88 million dinars The company pointed out that there is no material…

Barwa Real Estate Group, listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange, has announced the signing of a number of strategic agreements and partnerships, in addition to the unveiling of its new residential project “Barwa Bay” in the city of Lusail, during its participation in the “Cityscape Qatar 2026” exhibition, which was launched at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center.The agreements included a partnership with Qatar Railways Company (RIAL) to explore opportunities for cooperation in the fields of real estate development and investment, including discussing opportunities for the development and investment of the company’s land and real estate assets, and benefiting from Barwa’s expertise in the development of real estate projects, according to a statement…

On the sidelines of Cityscape Qatar 2026, Qatar Rail and Barwa Real Estate Group signed a strategic partnership agreement to explore joint real estate development and investment opportunities, leveraging the combined expertise and capabilities of both entities. The partnership aims to identify and execute development strategies for Qatar Rail’s real estate assets and land holdings. This collaboration seeks to enhance the overall investment value of these assets while directly supporting sustainable infrastructure development across Qatar.

"Trade and Real Estate Investment - Trade", listed on the Kuwaiti Stock Exchange, confirmed the decline of its net profit by 3.65% during the third quarter of 2026, on an annual basis, to reach 447.39 thousand dinars, compared to 464.36 thousand dinars during the same period of 2025.The company’s financial statements showed an increase in operating income by 4.84% during the third quarter of this year to 1.27 million dinars, compared to 1.21 million dinars in the comparative period, according to a disclosure to the Kuwait Stock Exchange on Tuesday.On the other hand, net operating profit decreased by 5.53% to 881.59 thousand dinars, compared to about 933.19 thousand dinars, during the third quarter of last year, and earnings per share fell to 1.21 fils, compared to 1.26 fils. …

Mohammed bin Hassan Al-Malki, Chairman of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqar), stressed that transparency and protecting the rights of customers are a key pillar in the work of the Authority, through regulating the activities of developers and real estate brokers, controlling off-plan sales and bank escrow accounts, in addition to providing reliable data and indicators on the real estate market.Al-Maliki added that the year 2026 witnessed important developments at the legislative and regulatory levels, as part of efforts to develop the real estate environment and promote the rights of investors and owners.New legislation to protect the rights of ownersAl-Maliki explained that the recently issued law of the Union of Owners represents one of the most prominent regulatory steps, as…

The fourth edition of the Qatar Real Estate Forum, organized by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RENA), kicked off on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), with the participation of government officials, investors, developers and experts, and will run until October 29.The annual forum is held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and is organized by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority in partnership with Informa Wealth, in conjunction with Cityscape Qatar, in the presence of more than 70 speakers and 60 exhibitors from inside and outside Qatar.Enhancing confidence and transparency in the real estate marketMohammed bin Hassan Al-Malki, Chairman of the Real…

Mohammed bin Hassan Al-Malki, Chairman of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqar), stressed that transparency and protecting the rights of customers are a key pillar in the work of the Authority, through regulating the activities of developers and real estate brokers, controlling off-plan sales and bank escrow accounts, in addition to providing reliable data and indicators on the real estate market.Al-Maliki added that the year 2026 witnessed important developments at the legislative and regulatory levels, as part of efforts to develop the real estate environment and promote the rights of investors and owners.New legislation to protect the rights of ownersAl-Maliki explained that the recently issued law of the Union of Owners represents one of the most prominent regulatory steps, as…

Doha Investment Company, wholly owned by the Qatar Investment Authority, raised the size of the Active Asset Management Initiative to 5 billion riyals (about $1.4 billion), compared to 2.6 billion riyals, to enhance investment in listed Qatari stocks, deepen the capital market, attract more asset managers and expand the participation of institutional investors in the Qatari market, according to a statement by the company on Monday.The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) launched the Active Asset Management Initiative in January 2024, through partnerships with local and international asset managers to invest in stocks listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange. The financing of the participating funds when launched was based on the reallocation of shares owned by the Authority in listed companies.The…

Property Middle East has learned from informed sources that it was decided to postpone the date of the Cityscape International exhibition in the Saudi capital Riyadh to 1-4 February 2027, instead of the date previously scheduled for the period from 16 to 19 November 2026, at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Mulham.Cityscape International is one of the most prominent real estate exhibitions in the region, bringing together real estate developers, investors, government agencies and companies specialized in urban development and real estate technologies to review new projects and investment opportunities, in addition to announcing agreements and partnerships between the participating parties.The exhibition is organized by Alliance Company, under the auspices of the Ministry of…

 Al Areen Development has announced the awarding of an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) contract to stc Bahrain to implement an integrated digital system at Al Areen Park Hotel, aiming to optimize operational efficiency and deliver an enhanced hospitality experience. The scope of work encompasses delivering an IP telephony system, IP CCTV surveillance, core network infrastructure for guests and administration, full Wi-Fi coverage across all floors, and advanced 5G mobile connectivity both inside and outside the property. Located adjacent to Lost Paradise of Dilmun in the Kingdom of Bahrain, Al Areen Park Hotel offers modern accommodations catering to families, business travelers, and leisure visitors. Dr. Ahlam Zainal, CEO of Al Areen Development, stated that…

As the opening of Cityscape Qatar 2026 nears, more than 400 live projects are set to take centre stage at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center from October 27 to 29, said the event organisers.  The three-day exhibition will bring together more than 70 developers from Qatar and international markets, presenting a broad mix of residential and mixed-use developments. To be held under the theme ‘Where Vision Meets Investment’, Cityscape Qatar 2026 will help buyers and investors navigate the projects on display through tailored recommendations, investor matching and direct access to developer teams.  Headline Sponsors Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, Qetaifan Projects and Barwa will anchor this year’s line-up, alongside Platinum Sponsor Ariane…

The value of real estate sales in Kuwait amounted to about 2.88 billion dinars, from the beginning of 2026 until October 24, through 4296 sales transactions, and private housing accounted for the largest share of the value by 42.3%, equivalent to 1.22 billion dinars, through 3077 transactions, according to the Kuwaiti "Al-Rai".The data of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Justice showed that the investment sector ranked second in terms of value by 944.02 million, through 1037 transactions, followed by the commercial sector with 487.4 million, through 115 transactions, and the industrial sector recorded sales of 82.45 million through 32 transactions, while the agricultural sector transactions amounted to 78.32 million through 20 transactions, compared to 68.68 million in coastal strips through 15…