Written by Hamid R. Azarmi, Head of Business Development
As 2025 comes to an end, the global economy shows signs of stabilisation with the IMF projecting 2.8 percent global growth, reflecting easing inflation and the possibility of interest rate cuts in 2026.
While growth has not fully returned to pre-pandemic levels, markets have benefited from…
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…
Explore Cavite’s shift from a suburban extension to a vibrant urban center. From affordable housing to upscale developments, find out why national developers are flocking to this growth corridor.
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…
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%…
Written by Yousaf Iqbal, Head of IQI Canada
Canada’s housing market held steady in October 2025, with national sales dipping 0.8% and average prices settling at C$676,000, slightly higher than September but 1.5% below last year.
The Bank of Canada’s move to lower rates to 2.25% provided some relief for buyers, although affordability remained…
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,…
The global real estate markets continued to show encouraging momentum, with many countries experiencing rising home values, stronger buyer confidence, and healthier market activity as conditions gradually improve.
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