2013 saw the transition of power from the former Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, to Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, his fourth son and second son with Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, a move unprecedented elsewhere in the Gulf but not unexpected in Qatar.
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Hamad bin Ali Al Hedfa, CEO, Mazaya Qatar Real Estate from The Report: Qatar 2014
What will be the effect of retail developments on the local retail sector? Looking at current demand and foot traffic, do you see a risk of oversupply?
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Badr Mohammed Al Meer, Acting CEO, United Development Company from The Report: Qatar 2014
Considering the increase in population growth over the past year, how concerned are developers about rental inflation in the coming years?
Articles & Analysis | Growth drivers: Strong fundamentals support further expansion from The Report: Qatar 2014
With data from the Qatar Central Bank (QCB) indicating that real estate prices rose by 108% between July 2009 and December 2013, the local market is showing signs of steady recovery from the drop in prices caused by the onset of the global financial crisis in 2008. The rising prices point to growing confidence in the market and strong supporting...