Knight Frank Middle East

Omar Hazem MRICS, Partner and Head of Occupier/Landlord Strategy & Solutions – Egypt, highlights Egypt’s emergence as a leading regional hub for shared services and corporate operations. Centres supporting these functions have increased by more than 50% year-on-year, backed by a skilled multilingual workforce and a 50–60% cost advantage. Omar notes that the development of new Grade A offices in New Cairo, Sheikh Zayed, and the New Administrative Capital is driving strong investor demand and supporting the expansion of this sector. Discover more insights on Egypt’s commercial and residential opportunities in the Destination Egypt 2025 report: https://lnkd.in/d73veQvj #DestinationEgypt2025 #KnightFrankMENA #CommercialRealEstate #EgyptProperty #Egyptrealestate James Lewis, Zeinab Adel,Moataz A. Mosallam, Oussama El Kadiri, Andy Love, Stephen Flanagan, Harmen de Jong, Mohamed Nabil, Shehzad Jamal, Wesley Thomson, Buthainah Albaity, James Wrenn MRICS, Omar Hazem MRICS, James Hodgetts MRICS MCR, Susan Amawi, Faisal Durrani, Aliaa El-Esaaki, Amr Hussein Elsayed

The right office doesn’t just save costs. It attracts talent. In MEA’s competitive markets, your HQ can be a talent magnet; or a missed opportunity. Our workplace strategies focus on creating spaces that:  • Enhance employee productivity  • Elevate satisfaction & retention  • Showcase your brand values Because the office is still your biggest statement. Get in touch with our team of specialists to learn more. https://lnkd.in/ddrnv9uP #KnightFrankMENA #WorkplaceStrategy #TalentAttraction #FutureOfWork #OfficeSpace #EmployeeExperience #TalentRetention #CommercialRealEstate #MEA #EmployerBranding James Hodgetts MRICS MCR, Reynold Surve, Maria Kim, Leroy La Grange, Riham El Murr, Brad BoIiko, Omar Hazem MRICS, Yahia Badran, Manaf Alquliti, Adam Wynne MRICS

Harmen de Jong, Regional Partner - Head of Consulting, will take the stage at the 19th Real Estate Development Summit, Saudi Arabia, from 12-13 November. In his keynote presentation, 'From Vision to Value', Harmen will draw on Knight Frank's latest research and insights to outline the Kingdom's real estate investment growth trajectory and highlight the evolving opportunities and value created by Vision 2030. 🗓️ 𝟭𝟯𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 | 🕔 𝟭𝟬.𝟯𝟬𝗔𝗠 'From Vision to Value' Investment Track We look forward to joining the conversation on how Vision 2030 continues to unlock value and drive transformation in the Kingdom's real estate market. #KnightFrank #RedSummitKSA #SaudiArabia #Vision2030 #RealEstate #Investment #KSA GBB Venture

Susan Amawi, General Manager - KSA at Knight Frank, will be taking part in the upcoming 19th RED Summit Saudi Arabia, Luxury Edition, in Jeddah from 12-13 November. Joined by experts from Watheeq Capital, Aldowayan Holding Company and Al Woroud Real Estate Investment Company, Susan will host a panel discussion exploring the ROI models driving Saudi real estate, from rental yields to capital gains, and how Vision 2030 is creating new value across the Kingdom's key asset classes. 🗓️ 13th November | 🕔 3.𝟬𝟬𝗣𝗠 'Built for Returns - The Saudi Strategy' We look forward to connecting with the leaders and investors shaping the future of Saudi Arabia's real estate landscape. #KnightFrank #RedSummitKSA #SaudiArabia #Vision2030 #RealEstate #Investment #KSA GBB Venture

The Destination Egypt 2025 report highlights the global appetite for branded residential properties. 81% of HNWI surveyed say they are likely to purchase a branded home, while just 16% consider it unlikely. Interest spans a wide range of budgets, the most popular being investors looking at properties under US$ 1 million (21%), while others are considering US$ 2–3 million or US$ 20–30 million. This variety shows that branded residences attract buyers across different investment levels, reinforcing their appeal in Egypt’s real estate market. Explore the full report for more insights on investor preferences and budgets: https://lnkd.in/d_Ju4Gk6 #DestinationEgypt2025 #KnightFrankMENA #Egyptrealestate #BrandedResidences James Lewis, Zeinab Adel, Moataz A. Mosallam,Oussama El Kadiri, Andy Love, Stephen Flanagan, Harmen de Jong, Mohamed Nabil, Shehzad Jamal, Wesley Thomson, Buthainah Albaity, James Wrenn MRICS, Omar Hazem MRICS, James Hodgetts MRICS MCR, Susan Amawi, Faisal Durrani, Aliaa El-Esaaki, Amr Hussein Elsayed

Expert insight: "Over 12% growth in average room rates across the Emirates year-to-date," says James Wrenn MRICS, Partner - Head of Hotel & Leisure Capital Markets. "We're seeing a number of transactions taking place, in place of new hotels being developed." In Abu Dhabi, a surge in leisure tourism and major events is driving a 20% uplift in rates, while Ras Al Khaimah continues to attract international capital following landmark developments such as Wynn Resorts. For more on the trends shaping the UAE's hospitality market, connect with our team: James Wrenn MRICS, Kostas Erotokritou, Oussama El Kadiri, Daniel Pugh. #HospitalityInvestment #UAE #Hotels #Investment #RealEstate #Tourism

We are pleased to share that Wesley Thomson, Partner – Head of ESG, MEA, will be attending ADIPEC 2025 to meet with stakeholders from across the energy sector on sustainability priorities. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, ADIPEC explores the power of energy to accelerate an economy-wide transformation that delivers for people, the planet and collective prosperity. 📍 𝗔𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗖, 𝗔𝗯𝘂 𝗗𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶 📅 𝟯–𝟲 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 For more information about ADIPEC, please visit: https://www.adipec.com/ #KnightFrankMENA #ADIPEC2025 #ESG #Sustainability #RealEstate #AbuDhabi

Knight Frank’s Global Data Centres team has advised on a landmark deal in the UK: the sale of an 85-acre campus in Hertfordshire to Equinix. With a projected £4bn investment, this site will become one of Europe's largest and most advanced data centre campuses, set to drive the next wave of cloud and AI innovation. As our Global Head of Data Centres, Stephen Beard, noted, this deal gives the UK "a major leg up in the global AI infrastructure race”. This world-class expertise is not just global; it's local. The same strategic insight that guided this landmark UK transaction is at the heart of our Knight Frank MENA data centre team. As the Middle East rapidly expands its own digital infrastructure to power giga-projects and AI ambitions, our on-the-ground specialists are at the forefront, advising the region's leading operators and investors. For expert advice on data centre investment, development, or strategy in the MENA region, contact our specialist team. #KnightFrankMENA #DataCentres #DigitalInfrastructure #AI #Cloud #Investment #MENA #UK #RealEstate James Craig Fred Fitzalan Howard, Oscar Matthews, Celeste McGinley, Alexander Burgoyne, Olamide Emiloju, Archie MacColl, Harry Hannam, Darren Mansfield, Reed Santos, Si Lau, Savana Assaf-Booth

Join Knight Frank's Project and Development experts, Mohamed Nabil and Ian Sinclair, for an in-depth look at one of the world's fastest-growing construction markets. From giga-projects shaping the future of the Kingdom, to the evolving investment landscape, this Big 5 Construct Saudi webinar will unpack the trends and opportunities driving Saudi Arabia's next phase of growth. 📅 𝟲 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 | 𝟯𝗣𝗠 (𝗚𝗠𝗧+𝟯) To register, visit: https://lnkd.in/dpA352iN #Big5ConstructSaudi #SaudiArabia #Construction #RealEstate #Development

Dubai is rewriting the global luxury playbook.  • In 2024, the emirate recorded 435 residential transactions above US$ 10 million, outpacing London and New York for the second consecutive year.  • Palm Jumeirah led the way, recording over US$ 2.6 billion in ultra-prime sales in Q2 2025 alone.  • Villas remain the dominant choice, accounting for nearly 70% of ultra-prime sales.  • Dubai’s rise reflects more than market momentum; it’s the lifestyle, safety, and connectivity that make the city irresistible to the global elite. Read the full insights in our Private Capital Report 2025: https://lnkd.in/dBFB6rAY Connect with our experts, Buthainah Albaity and Nicholas Spencer to explore the key insights of this report. Will McKintosh, Andy Love, Harmen de Jong, Pradeep Fernandes MRICS, Clare Moukabaa , Susan Amawi, Bec Mclean MA, Reem Abutteen #KnightFrankMENA #LuxuryRealEstate #PrivateCapital #UHNWI #DubaiProperty