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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11 November 2024

Dubai’s Office Market Performance – Autumn 2024

Reports and Whitepapers

11 November 2024

Quality of office real estate driving occupancy In the third quarter of 2024, strong demand and heightened leasing activity drove rents higher in Dubai’s office market City-wide office rents increased by 21% compared to the previous year Notably, average Grade A rents in DIFC experienced a 20% annual increase, reaching ...

24 October 2024

What are the prospects for Saudi tourism?

Opinion

24 October 2024

The evidence to date The need to diversify the Saudi economy away from oil has never been in doubt Saudi Vision 2030 envisaged tourism playing a central role in that process The plan originally set what was regarded as an ambitious target of 100m domestic and international tourists by 2030, ...

9 October 2024

Is the system of hotel rating still fit for purpose?

Opinion

9 October 2024

The evolution of a system Hotel ratings were originally introduced to enable potential guests to understand the overall quality of places where they might choose to stay and the range of facilities available Later, they acquired significance as valuation tools for hotel brands, as well as for the properties themselves ...

30 September 2024

Dubai’s Hospitality Sector – Market Performance in H1 2024

Reports and Whitepapers

30 September 2024

Dubai Tourism Overview Despite or perhaps even partly because of ongoing geopolitical tensions, Dubai remains a leading tourist destination In the first half of 2024, the city welcomed a record 931 million overnight guests, marking a 9% increase from the 855 million visitors during the same period last year This ...

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Contact Us

Siraj Ahmed

Partner, Head of Strategy and Consulting

siraj.ahmed@cavendishmaxwell.com

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