In Focus

Japan, Australia and Hong Kong lead distinct APAC living investment trends

APAC living investors shift focus to execution as new entry strategies emerge.

Tokyo retail rents rise as vacancy remains near zero in prime corridors

Ginza and Omotesando lead Tokyo retail performance amidst scarce availability.

Malaysia, Australia, and India emerge as focal points for APAC data centre investment

Total data centre investments in the region reached US$11.6 billion in 2025.

APAC real estate investment hits US$204b in Q1

This represents a year-on-year increase of 15%.

Prime assets and income security drive Asia Pacific property investment trends

Colliers says cap rates in the region remained stable amidst macroeconomic uncertainty.

Singapore, India, Hong Kong drive APAC property investment growth

Property investments grew 18% to over US$46 billion in Q1.

APAC real estate investment surges to highest quarterly level since 2021

Investments soared by 64.7% vs last year to reach nearly US$65 billion in Q1.

India and Australia drive APAC office rental growth in Q1

Prime office rents in the region rose 0.8% during the quarter.

Easing rents lure retailers back to Hong Kong streets

Ground-floor shops offer higher visibility for food and daily-need retail.

Singapore ranked priciest city for office fit-out in APAC

Average fit-out costs in the city reached over US$2,000 per sqm.

Subsidised resale homes draw buyers from private flats

The policy boosts turnover by pulling demand forward, not by lifting volumes long term.

APAC real estate investment hits 3-year high in late 2025

Total investments rose 8.7% in Q4, the highest level since 2022.

Smart buildings face growing cyber threats

Access control around critical infrastructure remains weak.

Seoul and Tokyo set to lead global prime housing growth in 2026

Seoul prime apartment prices are forecast to rise between 6% and 7.9%.