Saudi Sukuk Capital completes first regulated real estate offering in 12 minutes

A total of SR36 million was offered as a real estate investment opportunity through the Sukuk Capital app under the name “Loria Villa Investment.”  Supplied
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Updated 05 January 2026
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Saudi Sukuk Capital completes first regulated real estate offering in 12 minutes

RIYADH: Sukuk Capital has completed the offering of the first fully regulated real estate investment subscription for Taraf Real Estate Development Co., for a residential real estate development project valued at SR84 million ($22.4 million) in Riyadh. 

A total of SR36 million was offered as a real estate investment opportunity through the Sukuk Capital app under the name “Loria Villa Investment.”  

The offering was fully subscribed within 12 minutes of launch, reflecting strong demand for investment opportunities in the real estate sector and underscoring investor confidence in this type of innovative investment instrument, according to a statement.  

Commenting on the development, Abdullah Al-Hammad, CEO of the Real Estate General Authority, said in a post on his X account: “Twelve minutes were enough to close the offering of the first fully regulated real estate investment subscription, a clear indicator of the level of confidence the Kingdom’s real estate market has reached. 

He added: “What we witnessed today, through the commendable efforts of the Sukuk Capital platform, reflects the evolution of real estate financing tools and strengthens investment in the development industry in a way that creates real value and accelerates the pace of real estate projects.” 

The achievement highlights the strength of the Saudi real estate market, supported by regulators and the establishment of regulatory frameworks by the Capital Market Authority and the Real Estate General Authority, as per the statement. 

The release added that these measures enable the development of innovative financing and investment tools that open new horizons for growth in the Saudi market. 

Regulated real estate contributions boost the growth of the property sector by enhancing transparency, structuring investment mechanisms, and broadening the investor base. 

This, in turn, supports an increase in the supply of residential units and raises the rate of homeownership among citizens. 

Sukuk Capital also announced its targets for 2026, which include launching 15 real estate investment subscriptions with a total value of SR1billion, which will be available to investors through the Sukuk Capital app and its electronic platform. 

The company explained that the financial structure of the “Loria Villa Investment” is based on an off-plan sales model, which helps maximize capital efficiency and enhance investment returns for subscribers. 

The expected return on investment stands at 35.4 percent over an investment period of 24 months from the date the offering was completed. 

A total of 197 investors participated in the subscription, with qualified clients accounting for 72 percent of total coverage and individual investors making up the remaining 28 percent. 

Taraf Real Estate Development Co. is considered one of the leading real estate developers in Riyadh, with a strong track record that includes the development of more than 600 residential units, comprising villas, residential floors, apartments, and office spaces. 

The value of its ongoing projects exceeds SR700 million, while the value of completed and sold projects has surpassed SR500 million, reflecting the company’s expertise and capacity to deliver high-quality developments. 

The “Loria Villa” project is located on a 9,652-sq.-meter plot in the Al-Rimal district of Riyadh. The investment aims to acquire residential land, develop it into residential villas, and fully exit the project within the defined investment period. 


Gulf-EU value chain integration signals shift toward long-term economic partnership: GCC secretary general

Updated 03 February 2026
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Gulf-EU value chain integration signals shift toward long-term economic partnership: GCC secretary general

RIYADH: Value chains between the Gulf and Europe are poised to become deeper and more resilient as economic ties shift beyond traditional trade toward long-term industrial and investment integration, according to the secretary general of the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Speaking on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit 2026 in Dubai, Jasem Al-Budaiwi said Gulf-European economic relations are shifting from simple commodity trade toward the joint development of sustainable value chains, reflecting a more strategic and lasting partnership.

His remarks were made during a dialogue session titled “The next investment and trade race,” held with Luigi Di Maio, the EU’s special representative for external affairs.

Al-Budaiwi said relations between the GCC and the EU are among the bloc’s most established partnerships, built on decades of institutional collaboration that began with the signing of the 1988 cooperation agreement.

He noted that the deal laid a solid foundation for political and economic dialogue and opened broad avenues for collaboration in trade, investment, and energy, as well as development and education.

The secretary general added that the partnership has undergone a qualitative shift in recent years, particularly following the adoption of the joint action program for the 2022–2027 period and the convening of the Gulf–European summit in Brussels.

Subsequent ministerial meetings, he said, have focused on implementing agreed outcomes, enhancing trade and investment cooperation, improving market access, and supporting supply chains and sustainable development.

According to Al-Budaiwi, merchandise trade between the two sides has reached around $197 billion, positioning the EU as one of the GCC’s most important trading partners.

He also pointed to the continued growth of European foreign direct investment into Gulf countries, which he said reflects the depth of economic interdependence and rising confidence in the Gulf business environment.

Looking ahead, Al-Budaiwi emphasized that the economic transformation across GCC states, driven by ambitious national visions, is creating broad opportunities for expanded cooperation with Europe. 

He highlighted clean energy, green hydrogen, and digital transformation, as well as artificial intelligence, smart infrastructure, and cybersecurity, as priority areas for future partnership.

He added that the success of Gulf-European cooperation should not be measured solely by trade volumes or investment flows, but by its ability to evolve into an integrated model based on trust, risk-sharing, and the joint creation of economic value, contributing to stability and growth in the global economy.

GCC–EU plans to build shared value chains look well-timed as trade policy volatility rises.

In recent weeks, Washington’s renewed push over Greenland has been tied to tariff threats against European countries, prompting the EU to keep a €93 billion ($109.7 billion) retaliation package on standby. 

At the same time, tighter US sanctions on Iran are increasing compliance risks for energy and shipping-related finance. Meanwhile, the World Trade Organization and UNCTAD warn that higher tariffs and ongoing uncertainty could weaken trade and investment across both regions in 2026.