Dar Global, Mouawad Announce $234.6 Million Luxury Residential Project in Riyadh

An imaginary drawing of the joint project between Dar Global Real Estate and Mouawad (Asharq Al-Awsat)
An imaginary drawing of the joint project between Dar Global Real Estate and Mouawad (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Dar Global, Mouawad Announce $234.6 Million Luxury Residential Project in Riyadh

An imaginary drawing of the joint project between Dar Global Real Estate and Mouawad (Asharq Al-Awsat)
An imaginary drawing of the joint project between Dar Global Real Estate and Mouawad (Asharq Al-Awsat)

London-listed real estate company, Dar Global, has partnered with luxury jeweler Mouawad to launch a SAR880 million ($234.6 million) residential project near the World Expo 2030 in the northern part of the Saudi capital, Riyadh.
The development marks Dar Global’s entry into the Saudi market and Mouawad’s expansion into luxury real estate, the company said in a statement.
The project is set for completion in Q4 2026. It will comprise 200 residential villas designed to become one of Riyadh’s most prestigious addresses and to blend the expertise of Dar Global in the field of real estate with Mouawad’s legacy.
Property owners with investments of SAR 4 million ($1.06 million) or more will be granted the Real Estate Owner Residency, a statement from Dar Global said.
This initiative aims to attract international investors and enhance Riyadh’s status as a global luxury destination.
Ziad El Chaar, CEO of Dar Global said, “This is a proud moment for Dar Global as we bring our international expertise and high standards of living to the Saudi market. Our partnership with Mouawad, a brand synonymous with diamonds, luxury and artistic craftsmanship, is an embodiment of our shared vision to offer a unique, globally-inspired living experience in Riyadh.”
He added, “We aspire for this project to stand as a benchmark of luxury and elegance, much like the renowned Bulgari Residences. It underscores our commitment to enhancing the Kingdom’s real estate offering with developments that stand at the intersection of modernity, elegance, and timeless design.”
Pascal Mouawad, Fourth Generation Co-Guardian of Mouawad said that, “For more than a century, Mouawad has long been a hallmark of luxury and enduring elegance.”
He noted, “Our collaboration with Dar Global enables us to expand our legacy into the realm of branded residences, infusing our unique identity into prestigious developments around the world. We believe this milestone will set a new standard for luxury living in the real estate market.”
For Dar Global, the project is part of a broader strategy to introduce international luxury standards to Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector.
With a proven track record across the Middle East and Europe, Dar Global is committed to introducing internationally recognized standards of luxury to Saudi Arabia.

 

 



Fitch Revises Italy's Outlook to 'Positive' on Stronger Fiscal Performance

Porta Nuova's financial district is seen in downtown Milan, Italy, May 16, 2018. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights
Porta Nuova's financial district is seen in downtown Milan, Italy, May 16, 2018. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights
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Fitch Revises Italy's Outlook to 'Positive' on Stronger Fiscal Performance

Porta Nuova's financial district is seen in downtown Milan, Italy, May 16, 2018. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights
Porta Nuova's financial district is seen in downtown Milan, Italy, May 16, 2018. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights

Global credit ratings agency Fitch on Friday revised its outlook on Italy to 'positive' from 'stable', citing recent improvements in the fiscal performance of the euro zone's third largest economy and its commitment to EU budget regulations.
The upgrade to the outlook is a boost to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government and comes shortly after Rome reached an agreement with the European Commission on a seven-year budget adjustment, said Reuters.
"Italy's fiscal credibility has increased, and the 2025 budget underscores the government's commitment to EU fiscal rules," Fitch said in a statement.
The agency confirmed Italy's rating at 'BBB'.
In June, the Commission placed Italy and six other countries under a disciplinary procedure due to high budget deficits. Italy's 2023 shortfall came in at 7.2% of gross domestic product, the highest in the 20-nation euro zone.
However, last month the Italian government revised down its targets for the deficit this year and next, to 3.8% and 3.3% of GDP respectively, and said the deficit would fall below the EU’s 3% limit in 2026.
"The judgments of the ratings agencies are the result of the responsible actions of this government and they underscore Italy's credibility," Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said in a statement after Fitch's announcement.
Earlier on Friday, S&P Global confirmed its rating on Italy at 'BBB' and left the outlook at 'stable'.
RISING DEBT
Despite the narrowing annual budget deficits, Italy's debt, proportionally the second highest in the euro zone, is forecast by the government to climb from 134.8% of gross domestic product last year to 137.8% in 2026, before gradually declining.
The Treasury says the projected increase is due to costly home renovation incentives adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic, known as the Superbonus scheme.
The premium investors pay to hold Italian government bonds over top-rated German ones narrowed on Friday to around 116 basis points, the lowest level since end-2021.
Analysts said earlier this week that positive news from any of the ratings agencies due to review Italy could trigger a further narrowing of the yield spread against Germany.
Fitch said its revision to Italy's outlook was also driven by "signs of stronger potential growth and a more stable political context."
The Italian economy expanded by 0.7% in 2023, and most analysts expect a similar modest growth rate this year, slightly below the government's official 1% target.
Meloni, who took office two years ago, retains high approval ratings and opinion polls show her right-wing Brothers of Italy party is comfortably the largest in Italy, with popular support of almost 30%, up from the 26% it won at the 2022 election.
Italy faces further credit rating reviews by Moody's, DBRS and Scope Ratings over the next few weeks up to No. 29.