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Global Economic Outlook 2026: Is Growth Becoming Illusional?
Global economy is still looking for growth as it navigates through uncertain and tempestuous times. Equities, real estate and commodities remain favorable for smart and sophisticated global investors. Bonds may remain under pressure. Dollars are likely to stay weaker as FED stays dovish amid slowing down in US economy.     QE Comes Back in the Market QE is coming. The Fed started cutting rates in Sep…
Australia’s Housing Market Maintains Momentum as Perth Leads Price Growth
Written by Lily Chong, Head of IQI Australia  Australia’s housing market posted another month of solid momentum, with Cotality’s national Home Value Index rising 1.0% in November. This marks the third consecutive month where home values have climbed by one per cent or more. Although the pace has eased slightly from October’s 1.1% rise, the overall trend remains positive, signalling resilient…
Malaysia Industrial Outlook 2025: Automotive Growth Fuels New Hotspots
Written by Irhamy Ahmad, Founder and Managing Director of Irhamy Valuers International  Malaysia’s industrial property market is accelerating as the automotive sector expands through rising domestic production and substantial foreign investment. Selangor remains the country’s most established hub due to its strategic access to Port Klang, while large-scale industrial growth is taking shape in Perak’s Automotive High-Technology Valley (AHTV). Recent market data demonstrates this momentum…
From QT to QE – We Are Heading for Lower Rates to Spur Growth
Written by Shan Saeed, IQI Chief Economist Central banks have got the limelight again. Since 2008, global central banks have taken sole responsibility in delivering economic outcomes, not out of choice but nobody else is taking the responsibility.  Global Broad Money Supply (2000–Q3 2025). Global broad money supply* rose to $142 trillion in September 2025, up from$26 trillion in 2000,…
Hong Kong Property Outlook 2025: Stabilising Momentum and Renewed Activity 
Written by Nelson Li, Head of IQI Hong Kong  Hong Kong’s office sector recorded a positive shift, achieving 143,700 sq ft of net absorption, largely driven by increased leasing activity from banks and multinational firms. The overall office vacancy rate dipped to 13.4%, with Central improving to 11.0% and Wanchai/Causeway Bay easing to 12.0%. Rents slipped marginally by 0.1% month-on-month, though early stabilisation signs appeared in select prime buildings. A notable…

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