Juwai Insights: UK Property Market Gains New Momentum

The UK property market is becoming increasingly attractive to Asian investors following proposed reforms aimed at improving transparency, lowering long-term ownership costs, and strengthening market stability. These changes are expected to create a more predictable investment environment, particularly for buyers from Hong Kong and mainland China. One of the key proposals is the ground rent…

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Newsletter Thailand

Thailand Property Market Shifts Towards Affordable and Practical Housing

Thailand’s residential property market is undergoing a major shift in 2026 as buyers move away from speculative luxury purchases towards more affordable and practical housing options. While the number of Thai condominiums sold to foreigners increased slightly in 2025, the total transaction value declined, reflecting changing buyer priorities and growing budget sensitivity. Chinese buyers continue…

Singapore Property Market Slows but Recovery Signs Remain

Singapore’s private residential market saw slower activity in February 2026 as home sales declined sharply following the Chinese New Year period. Developers also held back on major launches, contributing to weaker month-on-month transaction volumes. With no new launches during the month, most transactions came from existing projects. Despite the slowdown, several projects continued to show…

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Newsletter Philippines

Philippines Property Market Navigates Uneven Recovery in 2026

The Philippine real estate market entered April 2026 facing pressure from rising energy costs, inflation, and weaker consumer purchasing power. Heavy reliance on imported oil continues to impact fuel prices and household spending, creating a more cautious environment for the property sector. The residential market remains challenged by a large inventory of unsold condominiums, with…

Pakistan Real Estate Market Rebuilds Amid Economic Challenges

Pakistan’s real estate market is showing early signs of recovery in 2026 after a prolonged period of inflation, high interest rates, and policy uncertainty. Transaction activity is gradually improving, particularly within end-user-driven residential segments. Shift Towards Safer Investments Investor sentiment has become more cautious compared to previous years. Buyers are increasingly prioritising ready-to-move-in properties, projects…

Malaysia Property Market Enters the Smart Buyer Era

Malaysia’s property market is entering a new phase where buyers are becoming more informed, data-driven, and technology-focused. In 2026, access to transaction data, valuation platforms, and digital tools has shifted market power towards buyers, changing how property professionals operate and compete. Today’s buyers no longer rely solely on agents for pricing information. Before attending a…

Iceland Housing Market Holds Steady as Supply Grows

Iceland’s housing market is moving through a more stable phase in 2026, with prices still rising but at a slower pace than before. National house prices increased 2.35% year-on-year to February 2026, while prices in the capital area rose 2.56%. This is lower than the 4% to 5% growth recorded in 2025, showing that stronger…

Hong Kong Property Market Strengthens as Leasing and Home Sales Improve

Hong Kong’s property market showed signs of improving momentum in February 2026, with both the office and residential sectors recording positive activity. In the office market, Grade A leasing recorded positive net absorption of 143,700 sq ft, supported by demand from the banking sector. Major leasing deals included Standard Chartered Bank taking space at One…

Greece Property Demand Grows on Tourism and Golden Visa Interest

Greece’s real estate market continues to show steady strength in 2026, even as global economic uncertainty affects investor sentiment in many parts of the world. Demand remains supported by international buyers, lifestyle investors and long-term relocation interest. Property prices have also continued to rise by around 8% to 10% annually in recent years, showing consistent…

Best Housing Loan Rates to Secure in May 2026

Choosing the right house loan or home loan in Malaysia requires careful consideration of several factors, including the interest rate, loan tenure, and associated fees.

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