This article is written by Shan Saeed, Global Chief Economist of Juwai IQI, who shares his expert insights on global economic trends.
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A Budget to Reshape Business Priorities
Malaysia’s Budget 2026, to be unveiled on October 10, is poised to reshape business priorities by balancing subsidy rationalisation, new fiscal incentives, and regulatory…
The Hong Kong leasing market showed a positive net absorption of 192,000 sq ft in May, notably with OKX Hong Kong FinTech Company leasing a floor at AIRSIDE in Kai Tak. Despite the completion of China Merchants Plaza adding new supply, the overall office vacancy rate improved to 13.6%, with Central and Tsimshatsui seeing drops,…
Malls in the Delhi-NCR region have undergone a significant transformation, evolving from mere shopping centers into comprehensive lifestyle ecosystems. This shift is particularly evident in Grade A retail developments, which now seamlessly integrate commerce, leisure, and culture, offering a diverse range of experiences from global cuisine and luxury fashion to wellness zones, interactive installations, and…
In the second half of 2025, the Philippine real estate market is showing renewed momentum, spurred by infrastructure developments, hybrid work preferences, and the growing influence of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) as property investors. Metro Manila remains pivotal, but provincial cities like Cebu, Davao, and Iloilo are becoming vibrant growth centers, driven by the government's…
Pakistan's residential property sector is demonstrating solid growth, with prices rising steadily at 8-10% annually in major cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. This growth is largely fueled by extensive infrastructure development under the CPEC umbrella and initiatives like the Naya Pakistan Housing Scheme, which are driving urban expansion and increasing demand, particularly within the…
Vietnam's residential real estate sector is witnessing a strong revival in foreign investment, with FDI reaching USD 4.8 billion in the first half of the year—a 2.4-fold increase from the same period in 2024. While newly registered capital accounted for 24% of this total, much of the growth stemmed from capital adjustments, reflecting sustained investor…
As of June 2025, Canada's real estate market shows initial signs of stabilization, with national home sales seeing their first monthly increase since late 2024, though still below historical averages. The market is nationally balanced, but regional variations persist, with Ontario favoring buyers while Quebec and Alberta lean towards sellers. Home prices are still declining,…
Australia’s housing market extended its upward momentum in June, with national home values rising 0.6%, continuing a five-month streak of growth. This recovery follows a brief dip earlier in the year and is being driven by widespread regional gains—Hobart was the only capital city to record a minor decline. Quarterly, home values rose 1.4%, an…
In February, transaction volumes in the primary market rose to 900 units, while the secondary market saw a decline to 2,300 units, resulting in an overall m-o-m decrease of 11.1%. Mass residential capital values declined by U.(% m-o-m in February. following a 0.4% rebound in January.
The government raised the threshold for properties subject to…
This article is contributed by Mannu Bhazin, Country Head of IQI India
India’s ultra-luxury real estate segment is undergoing a golden age—an era marked by discerning buyers, record-breaking sales, and a shift in the very definition of “home.”
With wealth creation on the rise, especially among high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) and ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNIs), there's…
