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Hong Kong real estate developers are elevating their prices for newly built homes, following a pattern of successful sales. This trend is occurring amidst growing economic and political instability, as well as uncertainty revolving around interest rates.…
In Hanoi, real estate speculators find themselves in difficulty as they attempt to sell apartments, even after dropping prices. The abundance of new, more affordable options coming into the market has caused homebuyers to hold off on purchases. Ngoc Huyen,…
Analysts predict a 5% rise in Hong Kong residential property prices in 2026, spurred by demand from buyers from mainland China, potential interest rate cuts, and a decrease in unsold new apartments. Joseph Tsang Hon-ping, the chairman of JLL in Hong Kong,…
Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city, has distinguished itself as the least affordable city in the world for renters, as per the Housing Affordability Review 2025. The report, compiled by Germany’s DWS, indicates that the average middle-class family in Bangkok…
In a show of high demand for affordable housing in Hanoi, individuals queued overnight during the past weekend to submit their applications for the social housing project, Calyx Residence. With the limited quantity of 466 apartments available in the…
In the heart of Tokyo, the rental landscape tells a distinct story. A recent report from Savills reveals that the city is dominated by compact living spaces, with apartments typically ranging from 30 to 45 square meters—ideal for the single urban…
Jakarta’s serviced apartment market is on the cusp of transformation, driven by the recent inauguration of the Swissôtel Living Jakarta Mega Kuningan by Accor, which has unveiled 240 new units. As reported by Colliers, this addition propels the total supply…
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is demanding clarity from government agencies on the soaring price of housing, which has now reached a staggering level that few can afford. In a recent government meeting, Chinh highlighted the overwhelming dominance of…
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…
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…
Singapore is making waves in the luxury market, clinching the top spot for the highest prices in cars and women’s handbags, along with strong performances in women’s shoes and property costs, according to the Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2025 released…
Last year, the median price of apartments in Singapore stood at a formidable 4.3 times the median annual household income, according to the recently published 2025 Asia Pacific Home Attainability Index from the Urban Land Institute (ULI), a distinguished…
In a gradual shift, private home prices in Singapore edged up by a modest 0.5% during the second quarter of 2025, marking a slowdown from the more robust 0.8% growth seen in the previous quarter. According to the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and the…
Two projects were completed and another two were launched in Q1. Prime Residential Sector on the Rise Kuala Lumpur’s prime residential sector is gearing up for significant expansion, buoyed by a post-pandemic recovery, supportive government initiatives aimed…
Nam Long Group has officially commenced the next chapter of its EHomeS social housing initiative in Can Tho City, reinforcing its commitment to social responsibility and sustainable growth on June 25. The groundbreaking ceremony for 671 new apartments…