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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28 December 2025

Oman Hospitality Market Performance Q3 2025

Hospitality Market Reports

28 December 2025

Executive Summary with Key Trends Oman’s hospitality sector demonstrated robust performance in the first nine months of 2025, supported by strong domestic and international demand Airport traffic reached 112 million passengers, while guest volumes in 3-5 star hotels rose to 17 million, representing a 9% increase compared with the same ...

23 December 2025

Saudi Arabia Residential Market Performance Q3 2025

Market Reports Residential

23 December 2025

Executive Summary Saudi Arabia’s economy continued to deliver robust performance in 2025, with real GDP expanding by 43% in the first nine months of the year, driven primarily by the non-oil sector, which grew by 51% year on year Reflecting this strong momentum, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) revised its ...

16 December 2025

Crisis as Catalyst: Innovation in the Shadow of Real Estate Cycles

Opinion

16 December 2025

Evidence for a hypothesis The idea that creativity flourishes in a crisis has some solid empirical support The steam turbine, transformer, radio, and helicopters were all patented during Depressions and were turned into successful products during subsequent recovery periods Various explanations of this phenomenon have been advanced, the most well-known ...

5 December 2025

Dubai Office Market Performance Q3 2025

Market Reports Office

5 December 2025

Executive Summary Dubai’s office market delivered a strong performance in Q3 2025, supported by robust economic fundamentals and ongoing business formation activities Dubai Chamber of Commerce welcomed approximately 53,000 new member companies in the first nine months of 2025, up 4% year-on-year, and attracted 261 foreign companies, a 652% increase ...

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Contact Us

Siraj Ahmed

Director, Head of Strategy and Consulting

siraj.ahmed@cavendishmaxwell.com

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