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May 19, 2026

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Dar Global and The Trump Organization have unveiled Trump Plaza Jeddah, a USD 1 billion mixed-use development in Saudi Arabia. Located within the Amaya master plan, the project includes luxury residences, Grade-A offices and a private central park. The site will feature a 4,000-square-metre private members' club alongside elite dining and retail options. This launch marks the third collaboration between the two entities in the Kingdom.
Instone Real Estate has acquired a 12,500 m² plot in Unterschleißheim to develop a new residential quarter. The project will provide 180 apartments designed to meet high energy efficiency standards including a connection to local geothermal energy. Located in the northern Munich metropolitan area, the development forms part of a multi-generational campus initiative. The move aims to tackle the urgent need for housing in one of Germany's most economically vibrant regions.
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.
Ahold Delhaize USA has secured a $475 million investment from Blackstone Credit & Insurance to develop a new, highly automated distribution centre in Burlington, North Carolina. This strategic partnership utilizes a triple net lease structure, where Blackstone funds the total construction costs and retains ownership of the site while the retail giant manages operations. The project is designed to enhance the supply chain for the Food Lion brand, creating over 500 jobs and integrating advanced technology to streamline grocery delivery across the region.
Diriyah Company has finalised a major joint development deal with Midad Development and Real Estate Investment Company to create the Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Diriyah. The project is valued at $827 million and will be located within the vast "City of Earth" masterplan in Saudi Arabia. This development includes a 159-room luxury hotel and high-end private residences covering over 235,000 square metres.
EQT Exeter Real Estate Income Trust (EQRT) has completed the acquisition of a prime industrial site in Torrance, California, for $51.5 million. The 76,007 square-foot facility is situated on a 9.6-acre plot within the highly sought-after South Bay submarket of Los Angeles. Currently fully leased to a Fortune 50 food and beverage giant, the property serves as a vital link for regional and last-mile distribution.

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