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Asia’s Property Market Proves Resilient Amid Global Volatility

Asia’s Property Market Proves Resilient Amid Global Volatility Despite persistent global headwinds, Asia’s property sector demonstrated remarkable resilience in the first quarter of 2025, according to new data and expert analysis. Driven by solid fundamentals, strategic investments, and evolving market trends, the region’s real estate markets continue to defy broader economic uncertainty. Positive Momentum Across Segments The office sector remained stable, with several key cities reporting healthy demand and steady rental rates. While hybrid work has become mainstream, many corporations maintain significant office footprints, particularly in prime business districts. Retail properties showed signs of recovery as consumer confidence improved. Physical

July 10, 2025 No Comments

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Meliá Hotels Eyes APAC Growth With Luxury Expansion Plan

Meliá Hotels Eyes APAC Growth With Luxury Expansion Plan Spanish hospitality giant Meliá Hotels International has unveiled an ambitious plan to strengthen its presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with a strategic focus on luxury and premium segments. The move comes as travel demand continues to rebound across key Asian markets, opening fresh opportunities for international hotel operators. Targeting Key APAC Markets Gabriel Escarrer, CEO of Meliá Hotels International, highlighted the group’s goal of doubling its footprint in the region within the next few years. Currently operating 58 properties in Asia-Pacific, Meliá has over 20 hotels in the pipeline, with

July 8, 2025 No Comments

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Australia’s 2025 Property Boom: What’s Fueling the Surge?

Australia’s 2025 Property Boom: What’s Fueling the Surge? Australia’s real estate market is on a sharp upward trajectory in 2025. Falling interest rates, tight housing supply, and a surge of activity in regional areas are fueling price growth. Here’s an in-depth look at the factors behind this property boom, perfect for investors, homebuyers, and industry watchers. Interest-Rate Relief Ignites Market Activity One of the strongest catalysts for the property surge is the Reserve Bank of Australia’s easing cycle. After peaking around 4.35%, rates have slipped to approximately 3.85%. This shift has improved borrowing capacity for buyers and lifted market sentiment.

July 4, 2025 No Comments

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India’s Property Boom in 2025

India’s Property Boom: No Real Replacement for China Yet India’s real estate market is riding a powerful wave of optimism. Foreign investors, global developers, and institutional funds are increasingly eyeing the subcontinent, enticed by strong GDP growth, urbanisation, and booming housing demand. Yet, experts caution that even amid this surge, India cannot fully substitute for China in Asia’s real estate and manufacturing supply chain landscape. Foreign Capital Flows In Recent reports show India’s real estate sector attracting significant foreign direct investment (FDI), with several global funds committing billions into office spaces, logistics parks, and housing projects. This influx signals confidence

July 1, 2025 No Comments

Investments

Japan Resort Properties Shine

Japan Resort Properties Shine at Asia Property Awards Japan’s resort property market is rapidly gaining international attention. This momentum was clear at the 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, where a number of standout developments received top honors for blending luxury, environmental responsibility, and forward-thinking design. Award-Winning Developments Among the top winners, Kisin by Yoichi Dreams claimed three prestigious titles:– Best Resort Housing Development– Best Nature Integrated Development– Best Resort Housing Architectural Design In addition, Grand Tsuru Niseko won Best Boutique Resort Housing Development. It also shared the Top Luxury Private Villa (Greater Niseko) award with Alba by Noforma Design Studio.

June 18, 2025 No Comments

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Koh Samui’s $822M Boom: Beyond Luxury Villas Market

Koh Samui’s $822M Residential Market: Evolving Beyond Villas The Koh Samui residential property market is undergoing a notable transformation. While luxury villas still dominate headlines, the island’s $822M market is now diversifying with condominiums, eco-friendly homes, and managed villa developments. Foreign investment remains the key driver, primarily from Europe, Australia, and the Middle East . Key Market Highlights Shifting Buyer Preferences Investors are increasingly favoring: Legal & Tenure Trends Most transactions remain cash-based due to limited mortgage options for foreigners. Following recent legal enforcement, developers pivot toward 30-year leasehold schemes, while a few allow conversion to freehold through legitimate Thai

June 16, 2025 No Comments

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MQDC, PropNex Team Up to Launch The Forestias in SG

MQDC, PropNex Team Up to Launch The Forestias in SG BANGKOK / SINGAPORE – June 2025 — Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC), one of Thailand’s most prestigious property developers, has formed a strategic partnership with Singapore’s PropNex International to introduce The Forestias—its flagship mixed-use project in Bangkok—to investors in Singapore. This collaboration was unveiled at the recent Singapore Property Xpo 2025 held at Marina Bay Sands. The event marked MQDC’s official entry into the Singaporean market, bringing with it the allure of The Forestias, an ambitious smart city concept located in Bangna, Bangkok’s fastest growing district. The Forestias: A

June 9, 2025 No Comments

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CapitaLand Invests $700M in Japan Data Centre

CapitaLand Invests $700M in First Japan Data Centre CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI) will invest about US$700 million (JPY110 billion) to build its first data centre in Japan. This is a big step in expanding its digital infrastructure in Asia. A New Data Centre in Greater Tokyo CLI plans to build the data centre on a 6.5-hectare freehold site in Greater Saitama. When finished, it will offer up to 100 megawatts (MW) of IT capacity. This will make it one of Japan’s largest hyperscale data centres. The company secured the site through a forward purchase agreement. Construction will start in the

June 5, 2025 No Comments

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China New Home Prices Rise on Policy Hopes

Prices Rise for Second Month China’s new home prices rose for the second straight month in May 2025. A private survey released on June 1 showed the market gaining modest ground, thanks to fresh policy support. The China Index Academy (CIA) reported that average new home prices in 100 cities increased by 0.25% from April. This follows a 0.27% gain the month before. The back-to-back growth suggests early signs of a potential turnaround after months of decline. Policy Measures Lift Sentiment This modest rebound coincides with a series of supportive measures. Notably, the People’s Bank of China introduced a RMB

June 4, 2025 No Comments

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Lombok Property Boom: Hospitality Projects Surge

Shifting foundations of Lombok’s property market Over the past two decades, Lombok has undergone a quiet yet powerful real estate transformation, fueled primarily by the twin engines of tourism and hospitality. What began as a speculative land-grab by foreign investors has now matured into a market defined by integrated, hospitality-managed communities and turnkey investment properties. From Raw Land to Resort-Backed Living In the early 2000s, Lombok attracted attention from foreign developers who focused on acquiring large tracts of raw land. These were then subdivided into serviced plots within planned communities, appealing to buyers interested in building their own private villas

May 27, 2025 No Comments