In Focus

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%.

Singapore private home prices likely to rise about 3% in 2026

The strong link between launches and sales is expected to continue through 2027.

Asia Pacific real estate investment to rise by up to 10% in 2026

Full-year investment volumes reached US$157 billion in 2025.

Singapore housing market enters ‘Goldilocks’ phase

Analysts say the market is ‘just right,’ as price growth slows and demand holds up.