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Is China the Key to HK’s Property Sector?

Is China the Key to Rescuing Hong Kong’s Property Sector? Hong Kong’s property market, long seen as one of the world’s most expensive and resilient, has entered one of its deepest slumps in decades. Residential and commercial prices have fallen sharply since 2021, while debt-laden developers and sluggish demand have weighed on confidence. The question now is whether China can step in to stabilize the market—or if the decline will continue unchecked. A Market Under Pressure Property values in Hong Kong have dropped more than 30% from their peak, with both residential and commercial sectors facing weak sentiment. The government

September 16, 2025 No Comments

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What’s Driving Asia’s High-Rise Property Boom?

Global High- and Mid-Rise Residential Real Estate Outlook Executive Summary The global high- and mid-rise residential real estate market is evolving rapidly across nine key regions: Canada, USA, UK, UAE, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and Singapore. While global headwinds such as inflation and high interest rates affect all markets, local fundamentals, policies, and demographics are driving highly divergent outcomes. A major theme is the supply-demand paradox: luxury and high-end housing continues to thrive, while affordable mid-market housing remains scarce. This is widening the gap between property values and average incomes worldwide. Global Market Dynamics Economic Pressures Demographic Shifts

September 12, 2025 No Comments

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Why Philippine Developers Are Shifting to Luxury Hospitality?

Philippine Developers Eye Luxury Hospitality Growth A growing residential oversupply is pushing more Philippine developers to explore opportunities in luxury hospitality, with industry experts pointing to rising demand for upscale hotels, resorts, and branded developments. Oversupply Driving Diversification According to Bill Barnett, founder and managing director of Thailand-based hospitality consulting firm C9 Hotelworks, the Philippine real estate market is at a turning point. “With real estate being overbuilt, developers will have to find a niche,” Barnett said. “The real estate situation in the country triggers more luxury because of the oversupply.” He noted that while the Philippines has over 7,000

September 5, 2025 No Comments

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Is Singapore’s Rental Market Finally Turning Stable?

Leasing Activity Rebounds as Singapore Rents Find a Floor Introduction Singapore’s residential rental market is showing signs of stabilization in 2025, as a rebound in leasing activity follows a period of correction. This turnaround offers both hope and grounded insights for tenants, landlords, and investors amid shifting economic conditions. 1. Signs of Stabilization & Leasing Recovery Recent data reflects that while private residential rents had previously declined—marked by a 0.7% dip in Q2 2024 after a larger 1.8% drop earlier in the year—this trend appears to be leveling off. Leasing activity has begun to pick up, suggesting a potential bottoming

September 2, 2025 No Comments

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Ready for a Ride? PMTT Kicks Off in Sri Lanka

Pimp My Tuk-Tuk Launches Sri Lanka Charity Challenge Pimp My Tuk-Tuk (PMTT), a global charitable organization known for its life-changing adventures, has announced that its highly anticipated Sri Lanka Challenge 2025 is only days away from its official start. This unique event will see participants navigating the beautiful island nation in custom-decorated tuk-tuks, all while raising funds to improve lives sustainably under the mission “Touching Lives, Making a Real Difference.” Final Preparations for the Adventure The PMTT team has been working tirelessly to ensure a smooth experience for all participants.“It’s been a mega month and tight on deadlines, but we’ve

August 27, 2025 No Comments

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Why Are Mainland Buyers Snapping Up HK Ultra-Luxury Homes?

Introduction Mainland Chinese investors are now at the forefront of Hong Kong’s ultra-luxury property market—a trend that’s reshaping demand and economics at the super-prime level. Market Snapshot According to Savills, Hong Kong’s super-luxury market recorded 35 transactions valued at approximately HK$23 billion (US$2.93 billion) over the past 19 months. Remarkably, buyers from mainland China accounted for 80% of these deals, with 24 acquired in 2024 and nine in the first seven months of 2025. Regional Focus of Purchases These premium acquisitions are concentrated in prestigious locales—from The Peak and Jardine’s Lookout down to Kowloon’s Kai Tak and Kowloon Tong. A

August 22, 2025 No Comments

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Is Miami’s Bold Design Driving Asia’s Architecture Shift?

Introduction Miami’s Arquitectonica—famed for the iconic Atlantis Condominium—has become a driving force in Asia’s architectural evolution. Their bold designs are transforming skylines. They are also influencing how real estate develops across the region. Arquitectonica’s Origins in Miami Arquitectonica was founded by Bernardo Fort-Brescia and Laurinda Spear. The firm first gained international fame with the Atlantis Condominium. With its pastel colors, exposed staircases, and five-floor cut-out, the building defined a new era of postmodern architecture. From Miami to Asia: A Bold Design Philosophy Today, the firm’s fearless design ethos shapes projects across Asia. From Singapore to Manila, Arquitectonica introduces daring geometry

August 21, 2025 No Comments

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Global Branded Residences Launches in Asia Pacific

Global Branded Residences Enters Booming Asia-Pacific Market Singapore – Global Branded Residences (GBR), a top global advisory firm, has officially launched its operations in Asia Pacific. This strategic move comes as the region’s luxury real estate market booms. In fact, APAC is now poised to equal North America as the world’s largest market for branded residences. The branded residences sector is seeing explosive growth. Over 900 new projects are expected globally in the next five to six years. Consequently, this will more than double the current market of just over 780 projects worldwide. According to GBR data, the Asia-Pacific region

August 7, 2025 No Comments

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India’s Luxury Housing Boom Widens Homeownership Gap

India’s Luxury Housing Boom Widens Homeownership Gap India’s real estate sector is booming, but not everyone is celebrating. A growing trend among major developers is pushing the market further into the luxury space—leaving millions of middle-class and first-time homebuyers behind. Over the past two years, top Indian developers like DLF and Godrej Properties have shifted focus toward high-end residential projects. These premium homes, often priced above 20 million rupees (USD 240,000), are increasingly dominating new launches in urban centers such as Mumbai, Delhi NCR, and Bengaluru. Record Profits, Rising Prices This shift has brought record profits for developers. In Q1

July 28, 2025 No Comments

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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