Written by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Head of IQI Philippines
The Philippine property sector ended 2025 on a strong note, with residential prices rising 6–8% year‑on‑year in Metro Manila and demand in suburban townships expanding by double‑digit growth thanks to new infrastructure links.
Developers reported robust pre‑sales, with top projects in Quezon City and Taguig achieving 70–80% take‑up…
Written by Hamid R. Azarmi, Head of Business Development
As we turn the page on a transformative 2025, investors enter 2026 with cautious optimism.
The past year was defined by stabilization following several years of volatility, marked by a soft landing in major economies, cooling inflation, and synchronized interest rate cuts by central banks.
Equity markets…
Vietnam’s residential property market is facing a growing affordability challenge, particularly in Hanoi where mid-range apartments have nearly disappeared. New launches are priced above VND60 million per square metre, with many pushing past VND100 million, leaving middle-income buyers priced out.
In Ho Chi Minh City, however, the secondary market is rebounding as long-standing legal hurdles…
Explore property investment in Malaysia with our guide. Learn key strategies, tips, and insights for beginners. Start investing today
Written by Dave Platter, Global PR Director
In 2025, Dubai is emerging as a global education leader, seizing an opportunity created by tightening student visa policies in traditional destinations like the U.S., UK, Canada, and Australia. Rising uncertainty, such as that faced by Taiwanese student Chu who was set to study at Harvard, is prompting…
Written by Irhamy Ahmad, Founder and Managing Director of Irhamy ValuersInternational
Malaysia’s industrial parks have played a critical role in transforming the country into a manufacturing and export-driven economy, with Selangor, Johor, and Pulau Pinang leading the charge. However, many older industrial zones—such as Shah Alam and Klang in Selangor, or Pasir Gudang in Johor—are…
Written by Shan Saeed, IQI Chief Economist
The global economic landscape in 2025 is marked by heightened uncertainty, driven by deepening geopolitical risks, volatile tariff policies, and mounting fiscal pressures—particularly in the U.S. While central banks are pivoting toward lower interest rates to sustain growth, market volatility has intensified, causing a disconnect between U.S. yields…
Written by Taco Heidinga, IQI Global Strategic Advisor
In 2025, savvy investors are eyeing emerging real estate markets that offer high potential beyond the typical hotspots like London or Dubai. Destinations such as Malaysia’s Penang and Johor Bahru stand out due to affordable, high-quality developments, improved expat visa schemes, and strategic infrastructure like the…
Written by Dante Azarmi, Head of Business Development
As we move into the second half of 2025, global financial markets are increasingly shaped by evolving interest rate policies. Central banks—having tackled the inflationary pressures of the early 2020s through aggressive tightening—are now entering a more cautious phase of monetary adjustment. For investors, understanding these shifts…
Written by Taco Heidinga, IQI Global Strategic Advisor
Savvy property investors are always looking for emerging opportunities. Whether you're seeking capital growth, lifestyle value, or a foothold in an appreciating market—Summer 2025 offers compelling choices across continents. Here's our pick of where to look next—including some surprising under-the-radar gems.
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