Written by Dustin Trung Nyugen, Head of IQI Vietnam
Housing Prices Surge Amid Cost Pressures and Supply Bottlenecks; Government Eyes Reform
Vietnam’s housing market continues to grapple with relentless price increases, fueled by rising land costs, material expenses, and extended approval timelines.
Industry experts cite high development costs and premium segment focus as key…
Written by Nelson Li, Head of IQI Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s office market recorded positive momentum in August 2025, with net absorption reaching 313,800 sq ft—driven by rising demand from IPO activity and wealth management tenants.
Central and Tsim Sha Tsui led the improvement, with vacancy rates tightening to 11.2% and 7.6% respectively. …
Written by Manu Bhazin, Country Head of India
India’s office market is experiencing a structural transformation, powered by the rapid growth of Global Capability Centres (GCCs).
No longer just cost-saving back offices, GCCs are evolving into strategic innovation hubs for multinational firms, contributing significantly to leasing activity.
In 2024, GCCs leased 28 million…
Written by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Head of IQI Philippines
The Philippine real estate market remained resilient in Q3 2025, showing signs of sustained demand across both commercial and residential segments despite broader global uncertainties.
Metro Manila’s prime office vacancy rate dropped to 8.5% from 9.2% in the previous quarter, while newly launched office space saw…
Written by Junaid Hamid, Head of IQI Karachi Pakistan
Karachi’s Property Market in October 2025: Infrastructure-led Optimism Gains Ground
Karachi’s real estate outlook for October 2025 is anchored by a wave of infrastructure improvements and long-term urban planning.
The newly announced Greater Karachi Regional Plan 2047 (GKRP) promises to reshape future development decisions with…
Written by Lily Chong, Head of IQI Australia
Australia’s housing markets are gathering strong momentum as we head deeper into spring, with September delivering the sharpest monthly rise in national dwelling values since October 2023. The Cotality Home Value Index (HVI) lifted 0.8% over the month, driven by a solid 0.9% gain across the capital…
The global real estate market saw mixed results in October, with some areas improving and others struggling.
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IQI Philippines has launched IQI Partners, a new programme designed to bring independent local real estate agencies into IQI’s global network without sacrificing their autonomy. Partners will gain access to cutting-edge tech tools (like the Atlas super-app and AI-powered IQPilot), international marketing and buyer networks, and training & operational support. The inaugural member is Calidad…
Written by Dave Platter, Global PR Director
New data from IQI, based on over 127,000 property transactions since 2018, reveals a striking generational divide in Malaysia’s housing preferences. Gen Z is overwhelmingly choosing condos or apartments, with more than 80% of their purchases in high-rise units. In contrast, Gen X and Millennials still show a…
Written by Irhamy Ahmad, Founder and Managing Director of Irhamy Valuers International
Malaysia is rapidly reshaping its urban landscape with world-class infrastructure, and one of the most significant catalysts for future growth is the MRT 3 Circle Line. Designed to complete the Klang Valley rail loop, MRT 3 will not only redefine mobility but also…
