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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

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

Investments

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

Australia News

Asia-Pacific Markets Shift After Rate Cuts in China

Asia-Pacific Markets Shift After Rate Cuts in China, Australia RBA and PBOC Both Ease Monetary Policy Amid Uncertainty On May 20, 2025, two major central banks—the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the People’s Bank of China (PBOC)—cut key interest rates, signaling coordinated concern over weakening domestic demand and mounting global trade tensions. These moves triggered notable responses across the Asia-Pacific property and investment landscape. Reserve Bank of Australia Cuts Rate to 3.85% The RBA lowered its cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85%, a level not seen since early 2023. Governor Michele Bullock cited weakening consumer demand and

May 21, 2025 No Comments

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Jakarta to Add 5,000 New Apartment Units by 2027

Jakarta to Add 5,000 New Apartment Units by 2027Over Half Will Be Ready in 2025, with South Jakarta Leading the Way Jakarta’s apartment market is entering a fresh growth phase. Nearly 5,000 new units are set for completion by 2027. According to Colliers’ Q1 2025 residential property report, developers are shifting away from launching new projects. Instead, they are focusing on completing and selling existing stock. This change aligns with the Indonesian government’s move to extend VAT incentives through the end of 2025. These incentives mainly benefit completed units, making them more attractive to buyers. Developers Shift Focus to Project

May 14, 2025 No Comments

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Tokyo Property Surge: Why 2025 Is Just the Start

Tokyo Property Surge: Why 2025 Is Just the Start Tokyo’s real estate market is entering a powerful new phase, with 2025 poised to be a breakout year. Major development projects, resilient demand, and strong investor appetite are setting the stage for a sustained property boom in the Japanese capital. Central Tokyo’s Skyline Is Evolving According to the latest report by Mitsubishi Estate Real Estate Services, approximately 495,000 square meters of new A-class office space will be delivered in central Tokyo in 2025, followed by 429,000 square meters in 2026. By 2028 and 2029, additional landmark projects—especially near Tokyo Station—will push

May 9, 2025 No Comments

News

Singapore Leads Asia in Corporate Relocations

Singapore Leads Asia in Corporate Relocations Singapore has claimed the top spot for corporate relocations in Asia. The city-state continues to shine as a hub for global business. A recent study by Knight Frank highlights Singapore’s strengths in infrastructure, talent, and stability. Why Companies Are Choosing Singapore According to Knight Frank’s survey of 156 companies, 63% have moved or plan to move their operations within Asia over the next five years. Among these firms, most chose Singapore as their top relocation destination. This places it ahead of other major cities like Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Shanghai. There are several reasons

May 6, 2025 No Comments

Interviews

China’s New Home Prices Stabilize in March 2025

China’s New Home Prices Stabilize in March 2025 China’s property market may be showing the first signs of stabilizing after years of turbulence. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), new home prices across 70 major cities remained unchanged in March 2025 on a month-on-month basis. This follows a 0.1% dip in February and offers a glimmer of hope that the sector may be bottoming out after years of decline. Year-on-Year Figures Still in the Red Despite the flat monthly figures, new home prices are still down 4.5% compared to March 2024. This is a slight improvement from the

April 22, 2025 No Comments