Investment & Capital Markets

A more selective second half looms for Asia Pacific property markets

Asia Pacific's economic growth outlook has been upgraded, but commercial real estate investment is expected to become more selective in the second half of 2026

Singapore prime residential values forecast to rise up to 3.9% in H2 2026

Singapore's prime residential market is expected to rank among the world's stronger performers in the second half of 2026, with capital values forecast to rise

JLL appoints Mikhail Jaura as Apac head of data centre research

Jaura's appointment comes as Apac data center investment grows amid a $3 trillion global infrastructure investment supercycle.

CapitaLand Investment cuts 90 Singapore jobs amid restructuring

CapitaLand Investment has retrenched about 4% of its local workforce, as part of a restructuring exercise.

Additional $112 mil funding, latest Green Mark version to further transform Singapore’s built environment

More funding will go into research and innovation. There is also a new accreditation scheme for site supervision of building works.

UOL, CapitaLand aim high with S$1.4 billion or S$1,537 psf ppr bid for New Upper Changi site

Their joint venture bid, significantly above expectations, marks a new benchmark for pure residential land in the Outside Central Region

UOL-CapitaLand-SingLand JV tops four bids for New Upper Changi Road GLS site at $1,537 psf ppr

Investors to deploy more capital to Apac living sector over next five years: C&W

An estimated US$33.2 billion will be invested in the sector over the next five years, with Australia and Japan topping investors' preferred destinations.

Offices, retail take lead in Singapore property deals

Singapore's commercial property market is on track for its strongest year since 2007, with offices and retail leading H1 investment sales of $35.2b.

Fraxtor co-invests in Greater Osaka’s UIB Konan Phase 3 in first JV with listed REIT

With Greater Osaka logistics vacancy at 2.2%, Fraxtor is tapping investor demand for exposure to Japan’s tightest logistics markets.

Apac data centre asset values to exceed US$950 bil by 2030: Cushman & Wakefield

An estimated US$280 billion in capital expenditure will be required to support Apac's rapidly expanding data centre development pipeline.

Delhi logistics vacancy forecast to remain below 15% through 2030

House 223: Micro Homes From $2,300 A Month In Geylang Shophouses

Abiel Property Investment Fund turns three conserved Geylang shophouses into House 223, 15 self-contained 200 sq ft homes for medium-term rent from $2,300 to $2,700 a month, opening September 2026.

Initiative to help rough sleepers find co-tenants for rental flats among pilot projects given MSF funding

Other projects to get help under MSF's PATH fund include one that helps rough sleepers get apprenticeships and another that will upgrade a temporary shelter's facilities.

Verdun House in Farrer Park Offered at $82 Million

Verdun House, a 4-storey freehold commercial property in Farrer Park, is back on the market for $82 million. The fully leased property has 22,730 sq ft of existing GFA and potential to intensify to 30,728 sq ft, with the asking price representing a 48.8% premium over its 2022 acquisition price.

Why freehold food factories are strategic and stable investment assets

Freehold food factories combine scarce supply, perpetual tenure and resilient tenant demand, supporting long-term value.

CapitaLand Investment operating profit up 13%, may unlock $7–$9 bil value from non-core assets

CLI has completed $5 billion of divestments in 2026 thus far, including a Singapore industrial facility and a China retail asset.

Dubai residential market cools in 2Q2026 amid regional tensions; retail and industrial segments hold firm

Despite a softer second quarter, resilient fundamentals and constrained prime supply continued to support selected real estate sectors.

Disciplined sector and market selection key to capturing Asia Pacific real estate growth

CICT net property income rises 8.7%; rent reversions positive at 6.5% for office and 4% for retail

CICT will also be starting its asset enhancement initiatives at Capital Tower, Plaza Singapura and The Atrium@Orchard in 3Q2026

CapitaLand Investment appoints Hsieh Fu Hua as deputy chairman

Hsieh is the co-founder of PrimePartners Group and has previously held leadership roles at SGX, Temasek, and UOB.

Hong Kong tops APAC real estate investments in Q2

HK real estate investment soars 129% YoY in Q2

Seoul office deals reach KRW5.1t in Q2 despite cautious investment climate

Seoul's office investment market remained resilient in the second quarter of 2026 despite softer transaction volumes, with investors continuing to target high-q

CapitaLand Ascott Trust to acquire Coliwoo Midtown for $134 mil

The acquisition expands CLAS' exposure to Singapore's growing living sector while providing long-term rental income.

Berlayar Drive GLS: $576M Bid Highlights Waterfront Potential

The Berlayer Drive GLS site received a sole $576 million bid from Intrepid Investments and GuocoLand, translating to $1,515 psf ppr, a new benchmark for RCR residential GLS sites. Analysts say developers are becoming more selective with land acquisitions despite the site’s long-term Greater Southern Waterfront potential.

Apac posts US$105 bil real estate investments in 1H2026 as market hits turning point: Colliers

Savills completes US$1.1 bil acquisition of Eastdil Secured

The combined group will be the number two advisory firm globally for prime commercial real estate deals above US$100 million, says Savills.

Hongkong Land to acquire Wheelock Place for $1.1 bil via newly launched SPREF

The fund's AUM is expected to increase to $9.4 billion upon the planned completion of the acquisition by end-August.

Hong Kong property investment volume declines 5.5% in Q2

CapitaLand Ascott Trust sharpens portfolio, delivers DPS of 2.53 cents for 1H2026

The trust acquired three rental housing properties in Japan in 1H2026, while also divesting The Robertson House by The Crest Collection in Singapore.

APAC living sector investment near-triples to US$21 billion

How cross-border real estate financing is evolving between Hong Kong and Singapore

Investing across Hong Kong and Singapore? A lawyer unpacks legal considerations and how real estate can be used to unlock capital.

Co-living, senior housing in sharper investor focus; lines blur between living formats

More investment capital is also pivoting to adaptive reuse and value-add strategies that offer rental upside: living sector report

Hong Kong commercial property investment rises sharply by 50% in H1

Frasers Property aims to raise $200,000 for inclusive causes in walk, run, cycle campaign open to public

Every kilometre clocked will contribute to a collective fundraising goal in support of SG Enable and Home Nursing Foundation.

Lendlease sets up JPY120 billion Japan investment partnership with PGGM

The JPY120 billion (~S$954.1 million) partnership will acquire and upgrade logistics and office assets across Japan.

M&G expands Australian logistics portfolio with A$438 mil acquisitions

Property developer Stockland retains a 50.1% share in the two logistics hubs in Sydney and Brisbane, and continues to manage them.

When a factory changes investment: The case for India’s Sonipat

SOE Fundraising Golf Challenge 2026 brings business community together for youth entrepreneurship

SOE’s 2026 golf fundraiser brought business leaders together and raised over $405,000 for youth entrepreneurship.

LaSalle buys office building in Shinjuku; SC Capital acquires 206-room hotel

Investment managers, US's LaSalle and Singapore's SC Capital, have separately snapped up office and hospitality assets in Tokyo

ESR-Reit to acquire five Melbourne logistics assets from Frasers Property for A$276.8 mil

The properties are being purchased at a 1.9% discount to market valuation, with the acquisition expected to be 4.3% DPU accretive.