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India Retail 2025: Expanding Scale and a More Global Consumer Base
Written by Manu Bhazin, Country Head of India  India’s retail industry is undergoing a major transformation, fuelled by rising disposable incomes, rapid urbanisation, a young demographic profile and growing appetite for premium consumer experiences. According to BCG–RAI, the retail sector valued at ₹82 lakh crore in 2024 is projected to surpass ₹190 lakh crore by 2034, driven largely by the expanding middle-income segment and strong discretionary spending in fashion, F&B, beauty and entertainment. On the real estate…
Philippines Cavite Property 2025: South Luzon’s Real Estate Rising Star
Written by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Head of IQI Philippines  Cavite is solidifying its position as one of the Philippines’ most dynamic property markets, driven by a strong local economy anchored in manufacturing, outsourcing and leisure industries. Improved road connectivity across South Luzon has transformed Cavite from a suburban extension of Metro Manila into a vibrant urban center and major satellite city, attracting national developers…
Pakistan Tourism and Coastal Real Estate Outlook 2025: Rising Demand and New Waterfront Hotspots 
Pakistan’s tourism driven and coastal real estate sector gained strong momentum in 2025, supported by domestic travel demand and increasing global investor interest. Key destinations such as Gwadar, Karachi’s coastline and the northern mountain regions are rapidly emerging as real estate hotspots. Gwadar is undergoing a major transformation under CPEC, with the Gwadar Development Authority establishing a 2,585-acre Central Business District with valuable coastline frontage. Karachi’s luxury waterfront is also…
Hanoi and HCMC Prices Surge Past VND100 Million per Sqm
Written by Dustin Trung Nyugen, Head of Vietnam  Apartment prices in Hanoi have surged sharply over the past decade, with values now exceeding VND100 million (US$3,786) per sqm across several major projects. Some developments have seen prices rise more than 2.5 times since launch, and year-on-year gains remain substantial, including 39% at Royal City, 36% at Park View City, 32% at Hinode City, and 29%…
Australia’s Housing Market Strengthens as Recovery Picks Up Pace
Written by Lily Chong, Head of IQI Australia Australia’s housing market continued its strong recovery in October, with national home values climbing 1.1% — the sharpest monthly gain since June 2023. This marks a turning point since the first rate cut in February, which reignited growth momentum after a brief slowdown late last year.  According to Cotality’s research director,…

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