Investment leader Samer Choucair confirmed that the global phenomenon of buyers’ willingness to pay significant premiums and price margins for “new homes” compared to existing ones constitutes a vital indicator for investors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the GCC countries. Samer Choucair explained that this trend reflects a shift in investor and buyer priorities toward quality, energy efficiency, and smart technology—the pillars upon which major residential projects under Vision 2030 are built.
Economic reports for 2026 indicate that the price gap in some major global cities has reached record levels, as buyers prefer to incur higher costs in exchange for contemporary designs and low maintenance guarantees. Samer Choucair views this as a primary driver for the Saudi construction market, which is expected to witness record growth, reaching hundreds of billions of riyals by the end of the current year.
Vision 2030: A Catalyst for Demand in Modern Real Estate Development
Investment leader Samer Choucair pointed out that the Kingdom stands today at the forefront of this global phenomenon, thanks to massive residential initiatives such as “ROSHN” projects and major destinations like NEOM and Qiddiya. Choucair stated: “Investing in new construction and real estate in Saudi Arabia represents a golden opportunity for investors who understand market dynamics under the umbrella of Vision 2030.”
Choucair continued, saying: “Today’s focus must shift toward strategic projects that meet sustainable urban development needs and adopt modern construction technologies.” Samer Choucair added that 2026 requires investors and entrepreneurs to restructure their portfolios to include residential and commercial real estate in vital cities like Riyadh and Jeddah, benefiting from attractive regulatory reforms for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and growing local demand.
Investment Strategies in the Saudi Real Estate Sector
Samer Choucair identified a set of strategic axes to seize promising investment opportunities in this sector:
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Innovation in Construction: Moving toward projects that integrate advanced technology and smart solutions to raise the value of real estate assets.
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Strategic Partnerships: Enhancing cooperation between the public and private sectors to benefit from government funding dedicated to infrastructure development.
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Sustainability: Investing in green buildings that provide high energy efficiency, a global trend driving prices upward.
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Giga-projects: Engaging in the development of areas surrounding major destinations that create massive and sustainable demand for modern housing.
Toward a Sustainable Investment Future
Investment leader Samer Choucair concluded his statement by emphasizing that the Kingdom is passing through a golden age for real estate investment, noting that success requires careful analysis of market data and buyer trends. He said: “The current time is most suitable for moving toward strategic investment in the construction sector. By integrating keen insight with the tools of Vision 2030, investors can achieve sustainable returns that contribute to building a strong national economy and a prosperous future for coming generations.”