Strategy and Consulting

Professional real estate research, feasibility studies and development advisory

The strategy and consulting team at Cavendish Maxwell is comprised of some of the region’s most highly qualified data analysts, possessing a wealth of international real estate advisory experience. We work closely with government entities, property developers, private family offices and banks, delivering unparalleled industry-specific research and strategic advice to maximise portfolio performance.

Our expertise spans a variety of sectors including development land, residential, industrial, office, hospitality, education and mixed-use developments, with our team drawing on reliable proprietary data to allow for thorough and accurate analysis of trends and market fluctuations.

Specialist Sectors

Residential

Hospitality

Office

Retail, Leisure and Entertainment

Industrial, Logistics and Manufacturing

Healthcare and Education

Our Key Services

Highest and Best Use Analysis

Comprehensive assessment conducted to unlock maximum long-term value from a real estate asset.

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Market and Financial Feasibility Analysis

Ensuring your proposed concept is aligned with market demand and is financially feasible.

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Masterplans and Megaprojects

Strategic advisory to create new destinations, contribute to the local economy, create jobs and make social and economic impact.

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Hotel Operator Search and Selection

Finding, negotiating and selecting the right operator for you to enhance long term value and profitability of your asset.

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Development Prioritisation

Strategic decision-making processes aimed at identifying and prioritising real estate development opportunities within a portfolio to maximise overall returns and mitigate risks.

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Pricing and Market Entry Strategy

Strategic approach used to determine optimal pricing strategies and market entry tactics for real estate products, developments, or investments.

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Retail Consultancy

Enhancing end-user experience, generating footfall and maximising revenues by recommending optimal brand mix.

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Asset Management Strategy

Strategic management and oversight of real estate assets to maximise their value, optimise performance, and achieve investment objectives.

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Our Case Studies

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1 June 2024

New City Salalah – Salalah

Strategy and Consulting

14 May 2024

Bausher Heights – Muscat

Strategy and Consulting

12 May 2024

Highest & best use study – Dubai

Strategy and Consulting

12 April 2024

Asset management strategy – Retail portfolio – Abu Dhabi

Strategy and Consulting

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Latest Insights

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30 October 2025

Dubai Hospitality Market Performance H1 2025

Hospitality Market Reports

30 October 2025

Hospitality Market Overview Dubai was oﬃcially recognised as the ﬁrst Certiﬁed Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere, demonstrating its commitment to accessible and inclusive tourism The Emirate’s safety credentials also received global recognition, with Dubai placing third and Abu Dhabi ﬁrst in Numbeo’s city-level safety index, reinforcing the UAE’s position ...

17 October 2025

Dubai Retail and Warehouse Market Performance H1 2025

Market Reports

17 October 2025

Executive Summary with Key Trends In the first half of 2025, Dubai’s retail market recorded around 500 sales transactions valued at approximately AED 14 billion Overall transaction volume and value declined year-on-year by 173% and 18%, largely due to a slowdown in off-plan activity In contrast, the ready retail segment ...

8 October 2025

Gulf Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) – Still a safe haven?

Opinion

8 October 2025

Why REITs matter The global quest for a liquid version of physical real estate has been lengthy It is littered with long-forgotten attempts that fell by the wayside, derailed mainly by the resolute refusal of numerous ministries of finance to grant them tax exemption[1] Eventually a champion emerged, ...

22 September 2025

Saudi Arabia Residential Market Performance H1 2025 – Riyadh and Jeddah Spotlight Edition

Market Reports Residential

22 September 2025

Executive Summary The Kingdom’s economy maintained its upward trajectory in the first half of 2025, with real GDP growing by 36%, driven by non-oil activities, which expanded by 48% compared to H1’2024 Reflecting these conditions, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) slightly revised its forecasts, projecting GDP growth of 36% in ...

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Contact Us

Siraj Ahmed

Director, Head of Strategy and Consulting

siraj.ahmed@cavendishmaxwell.com

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