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Executive summary Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector is moving into a new normal for the cost of capital. For investors, this is journey from years of affordable money, through a period of sharp tightening, to more balanced but structurally more expensive capital landscape. Before 2020, global interest rates were at historic lows, liquidity was abundant,…

Introduction: The Evolution of SaaS and its investor appeal The Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model has revolutionized the delivery and consumption of software, shifting the paradigm from perpetual licensing to recurring subscriptions. This transition has reshaped the enterprise software landscape, enabling rapid scalability, predictable revenue streams, and global reach. This has also drawn intense interest from investors…

Introduction: The New Tariff-Driven Investment Landscape In early 2025, the United States introduced a sweeping set of tariff measures that marked a turning point for global markets. New U.S. trade rules imposed 25% duties on most goods from Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% tariff on all imports from China, while ongoing investigations under…

Introduction: A Landmark Moment in Economic Transformation In January 2025, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia introduced a landmark reform that marked a turning point in its economic liberalization agenda. For the first time in the nation’s modern history, foreign investors were permitted to acquire up to 49% equity in real estate companies and Real Estate…

Introduction Saudi Arabia’s real estate market has traditionally been dominated by public sector investments. However, the growing need for efficiency, innovation, and shared financial responsibility has led to the rise of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), redefining the landscape of real estate investment and development. A Public-Private Partnership (PPP) is a collaborative long-term contractual agreement between government…

Overview Islamic finance is a financial system that operates according to the Sharia Law. Unlike traditional finance, it prohibits interest-based transactions and prioritizes ethical, asset-backed investments. The core principles of Islamic finance include risk-sharing, real economic activity, and the avoidance of speculative practices. By promoting fairness and transparency, Islamic finance aims to create a more…

Introduction The landscape of investment strategies for family offices in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is undergoing a significant transformation, with venture capital (VC) emerging as a compelling asset class that offers unique opportunities for value generation. As the Kingdom continues its ambitious economic diversification through Vision 2030, family offices increasingly look beyond traditional investment mechanisms…

Executive Summary This document outlines the various elements of corporate strategy. A Corporate Strategy is a dynamic framework that bridges the gap between an organization’s current state and its targeted future state while balancing aspirations with capabilities. The strategy serves as a path to success, guiding resource allocation and prioritizing actions to maximize efficiency. It…