Hospitality Expansion: Marriott signed a LE56.7bn deal in Egypt to build nine new hotels and resorts, adding 1,800+ rooms and targeting 6,000 direct/indirect jobs. Pricing & Mortgage Policy: Lauren Fouracre urged open pricing rules to close the “weaponised pricing” gap, arguing brokers face heavier compliance burdens than direct bank channels. Affordability Politics: New York City landlords sued to block Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s rent freeze for rent-stabilized apartments, calling the Rent Guidelines Board process predetermined. Local Housing Delivery: Florida’s “Live Local Act” is back in campaign crosshairs as critics say it limits local control and favors developers. CRE Dealmaking & Finance: PropertyRadar launched “Likely Transactions” predictive scores and expanded AI access via API and voice tools for agents and brokers. Development Momentum: Aldar unveiled Marsa Al Saadiyat, a Dh100bn waterfront masterplan phase in Abu Dhabi with 58,000+ residents planned and sales starting H2 2026. Risk & Resilience: After Hurricane Helene, an Asheville community solar project is helping cut bills and strengthen backup power for affordable housing co-ops. Market Signals: Mortgage rates climbed to the highest level in nearly a year, per Freddie Mac, adding pressure as buyers weigh refinance and sale decisions.