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Hong Kong’s premier property management company, Link Asset Management, has unveiled an interim leadership plan to prepare for the imminent departure of its Group CEO, George Hongchoy. Leadership Transition George Hongchoy, who also holds the position of…
According to a recent report from Knight Frank, Bangkok is entering the second half of 2025 amidst a complex mix of challenges and opportunities in its tourism and hospitality sector. The initial half of the year witnessed a noticeable dip in hotel occupancy,…
An estimated 177,000 square meters of new retail space is on the horizon, set to make waves in Manila’s market by the second half of 2025. As the bustling holiday season approaches, tenants are revamping their strategies and gearing up for a promising…
Japan’s hotel industry is steadily regaining its footing, approaching pre-pandemic heights, with occupancy rates escalating to 84.2%—a rise of 1.0 percentage point over the past six months, as reported by Savills. This promising trend edges closer to the…
Bangkok’s hotel market is seeing a shift as it navigates the complexities of 2025. According to a report from Knight Frank, average occupancy rates dipped to 75.1% in the first half of the year, marking a 3.7 percentage point decrease from the same period in…
Bangkok’s condominium market continued to feel the squeeze in the second quarter of 2025, with only two new projects launching and a mere 405 units introduced. This staggering figure marks the lowest level of new launches in 15 years, as reported by Knight…
Hotel development in Singapore is gearing down significantly in 2025, as the industry adapts to shifting market dynamics. The latest report from JLL highlights a stark trend: only the 338-key Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree will debut in April 2025,…
In a striking trend unfolding in Ho Chi Minh City, property prices are pushing boundaries, with luxury apartments now competing directly with traditional single-family homes. An 85-square-meter unit at The Metropole in An Khanh has hit the market at…
An ultramodern shopping mall has officially opened its doors in Tokyo, aiming to attract shoppers not just with products, but also with memorable experiences. Located near Takanawa Gateway City in the Minato ward, this new destination launched on September 12…
In a bid to temper the escalating housing market, the South Korean government has stepped in, targeting particularly the vibrant skyline of Seoul and surrounding regions. The surge in property purchases by foreign buyers, especially from mainland China and…
In the bustling Khuong Dinh Ward of Hanoi, Thuy Ngan recently faced a tough decision: stay put or move. Her landlord had decided to raise the rent on her 20-square-meter apartment from VND3.8 million (US$144) to VND4.2 million, a 10% increase starting this…
The corporate world is buzzing, and Tokyo’s office leasing market is feeling the effects. According to the latest insights from JLL, a robust demand from companies is set to keep leasing volumes strong in the latter half of the year. The appetite for office…
Kuala Lumpur’s retail landscape remains steadfast, with no new malls gracing the City Centre in the second quarter of 2023, according to the latest report from JLL. The retail inventory in this prime sector holds steady at around 11.5 million square feet,…
According to a recent JLL report, six new projects are poised to make their debut in the Bangkok market by 2025, boasting an impressive average presales rate of 70%. However, most developers are adopting a conservative stance, prioritizing inventory clearance…
In a significant policy shift, New Zealand is set to open its doors to affluent foreign property investors, marking the end of a seven-year ban. This ban was initially implemented by the center-left government of former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in 2018…
Rental prices in Jakarta’s vibrant retail landscape are holding strong despite a lull in new supply. According to a recent report from JLL, mall rents in the bustling Indonesian capital have risen approximately 0.5% in the second quarter of 2025. This…
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