Investment

Türkiye’s real estate market is entering a period in which investors need to examine the figures carefully and distinguish between nationwide sales trends and the opportunities available in cities that combine quality of life with investment potential. While September 2026 statistics show a decline in total residential property sales compared with the same period last year, the data also reveal...

When an investor decides to purchase a property in Türkiye, an important question arises: Should I buy directly from the developer, or should I work with a real estate agent? At first glance, buying directly from the developer may seem like the simplest option, as the buyer deals with the company constructing the project without involving another party. On the other hand, a real estate agent may...

From the milestones of the national struggle to the proclamation of the Republic in 1923, October 29 marks one of the most important moments in Türkiye’s history, when a new era in the country’s development began. Every year on October 29, Türkiye celebrates Republic Day, a national occasion that commemorates a significant historical period in the early twentieth century. The day marks the...

By Abdülaziz KAŞİFOĞLU For many years, the energy bill has been one of the most significant structural weaknesses of the Turkish economy. Türkiye is a large industrial and residential economy, yet it remains heavily dependent on imported oil and natural gas to meet its energy needs. This means that rising global oil and gas prices do not simply increase fuel costs; they can also put pressure on...

After ten or twenty years of working in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, or Kuwait, many Egyptians living abroad begin to ask themselves a different question: Where will I live when my years abroad come to an end? During their working years, priorities are clear: increasing income, educating their children, supporting their families, saving money, and building a better future. But as time passes,...

For Egyptians considering purchasing property outside Egypt, the goal may go beyond simply owning an apartment for investment purposes or holiday stays. Some are looking to acquire a long-term asset, others want to generate rental income, while some view real estate investment as a route that could combine property ownership with the opportunity to apply for Turkish citizenship. However, two things...

Years of working in the Gulf may provide Egyptian expatriates with a good income and greater ability to save, but the most important question is not simply: How much have you managed to save? The question that makes the difference in the long term is: What have you done with those savings? After years of working in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, or other Gulf countries, some expatriates...

For many Saudis, Türkiye is not a new destination. Istanbul, Bursa, Trabzon, Sapanca, and Yalova have become familiar names among Saudi families who visit Türkiye for tourism and relaxation. However, the connection with Türkiye does not always end with a hotel stay or renting a house for a few weeks. After repeated visits, a different question begins to emerge: Why rent every time when I...

By: Abdülaziz KAŞİFOĞLU Economic relations between Türkiye and Qatar are no longer based solely on political rapprochement or government agreements. Over the past years, they have evolved into a broad network of shared commercial and investment interests. This was once again highlighted by statements from Saad Al-Dabbagh, Founder and Chairman of the Asian Arab Chamber of Commerce (AACC), during...

A new Emirati investment in Turkey is drawing attention to the country’s growing appeal to international investors. MAIR Group, an investment company based in the United Arab Emirates, has signed an agreement to acquire a 70% stake in Espressolab, one of Turkey’s rapidly growing coffee brands. The agreement represents another step in strengthening economic and investment relations between Turkey...