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May 19, 2026

Real Estate Economics

City Developments Limited has launched a S$2 billion multicurrency perpetual securities issuance programme. The Singapore-based property giant appointed United Overseas Bank Limited to manage the scheme as arranger and dealer. Funds raised through the programme will be used to support the group's general working capital needs and to refinance its current debts. The securities will be offered primarily to institutional and accredited investors in Singapore.
Saudi Arabia's General Real Estate Authority has launched the long-awaited Real Estate Ownership System for Non-Saudi Nationals, effective from 22 January 2026. This new regulatory framework allows residents, non-residents, and international companies to own property across the Kingdom via the "Saudi Properties" digital portal. While major cities like Riyadh and Jeddah are included, specific restrictions remain for Makkah and Madinah to protect their unique status.
Bain Capital Real Estate has successfully secured over $5 billion in new capital commitments, marking a significant expansion of its investment capacity. The firm recently closed its Real Estate Fund III with approximately $3.4 billion, alongside a $1.6 billion raise dedicated to an open-air retail platform with 11North Partners. This total exceeds the $3 billion raised for its previous fund and highlights strong investor confidence despite a difficult real estate cycle.
Hongkong Land Holdings Limited is advancing its corporate strategy with the upcoming launch of the Singapore Central Private Real Estate Fund (SCPREF). Expected to become Singapore’s largest with an AUM exceeding S$8 billion at launch, SCPREF will focus exclusively on managing prime commercial assets in the city-state.
REMAX® has expanded into North Africa with the sale of REMAX Morocco, a new master franchise headquartered in Casablanca. Led by Rachida Khalil and Bilal Dabri, the venture aims to establish more than 100 franchises and recruit over 1,000 agents, further strengthening REMAX’s position as the world’s most productive real estate network.

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