The Renters’ Discount is Shrinking

Written by Dave Platter, Global PR Director Renters, pay attention. You’re still getting a discount, but the window may be closing. That’s one of the insights from Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari, who was quoted on the topic in the New Straits Times. His comments bring some hard numbers to the rent…

26/05/20250Comments

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AI And Automation: Reshaping The Investor’s World In 2025

Written by Dante Azarmi, Head of Business Development In today’s fast-evolving financial ecosystem, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are no longer futuristic concepts—they’re foundational tools transforming how people invest, manage wealth, and make financial decisions. As we reach the midpoint of 2025, understanding the growing impact of these technologies is essential for staying competitive…

Why Terraced House Remain the Favourite in Malaysia

Written by Muhazrol Muhamad. GVP, Head of Bumiputra Segment The recently released Laporan Pasaran Harta 2024 by NAPIC confirms what many property players have long observed: terraced houses remain the top choice among Malaysian homebuyers. Despite the rise of high-rise living and new trends in urban design, terraced homes continue to lead the residential…

Trump’s Tariffs and Global Property Investment: A Shift in Strategy

Written by Taco Heidinga, IQI Global Strategic Advisor As the U.S. re-enters a protectionist phase under Donald Trump’s renewed influence, global investors are bracing for another wave of tariffs that could reshape international trade—and, interestingly, global property investment trends. Historically, tariffs lead to supply chain disruptions, rising costs for materials, and increased geopolitical…

08/05/20250Comments

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How Developers Are Tackling Metro Manila’s Condo Oversupply with Flexible Payment and Rent-to-Own Options?

This article is contributed by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Country Head of IQI Philippines Developers Collectively Addressing the Condo Oversupply In the last quarter of 2024, Metro Manila face a significant oversupply of condominiums due to a frenzy of developments that have been impacted by pandemic and low take up. As demand fluctuates, real estate developers…

Karachi Real Estate Outlook May 2025: Growth Signals, Key Challenges & Top Investment Areas

This article is contributed by Junaid Hamid, Country Head of IQI Pakistan Karachi’s Market Poised for Growth As we move further into 2025, Karachi's real estate sector is showing strong signs of a rebound, driven by improving economic indicators, rising investment interest, and evolving urbanization trends. However, despite the optimism, there are still challenges that…

Vietnam Property Market Update: HCMC Apartment Prices Hit Record High While Hanoi Slows

This article contributed by Dustin Trung Nguyen, Head IQI Vietnam Residential: HCMC apartment price climbs to new peak of nearly $4,700 per square meter. Apartment prices in Ho Chi Minh City rose to an unprecedented VND120 million (US$4,691) per square meter on average in the first quarter, marking a 47% increase year-on-year. But the record…

Canada’s Real Estate Outlook: Regional Shifts and Signs of Recovery in March 2025

This article is contributed by Yousaf Iqbal, Head of IQI Canada In March 2025, the Canadian real estate market reflected a mixed picture, shaped by ongoing economic uncertainties and regional variations. While national home sales experienced a slowdown, stable home prices and early signs of recovery in key urban centers signal cautious optimism for the…

Rising Returns: Why Perth Is the Bright Spot in Australia’s Housing Market Recovery?

This article is contributed by Lily Chong, Country Head of IQI Australia Australia’s property market is back on the rise, with national home values increasing by 0.4% in March, marking the second month of growth after a brief three-month decline. According to CoreLogic’s Home Value Index, this broad-based recovery saw positive results in every capital…

Juwai IQI Newsletter – Real Estate Market – APRIL 2025

The global real estate market saw mixed results in April, with some areas improving and others struggling. What else have you missed in April 2025 CLick here now! for more info

02/04/20250Comments