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International Property

Chinese buyers are buying more expensive properties in Australia

In the financial year that ended in June, people from China were the largest foreign investors in Australian residential properties.

American cinema

Audrey Hepburn lived here: Swiss villa on market for US$21 million

Tokyo

Tokyo’s prime office rents rise, but vacancy rates tell a different story

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International Property

Thai properties at risk as Chinese buyers spooked by safety, security woes

Chinese buyers have been the most active buyers of Thai properties among foreign investors, according to industry data.

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An aerial view of a luxury residential neighborhood in Bangkok. Photo: Shutterstock Images
An aerial view of a luxury residential neighborhood in Bangkok. Photo: Shutterstock Images
International Property

Will higher school fees, new taxes turn Hongkongers away from UK properties?

Additional education fees, a new tax scheme and slowing growth in rental rates could turn Hongkongers away from UK property.

TV shows and streaming video

Breaking Bad house is up for sale if you have US$4 million to spare

Single-storey house in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where Walter White lived and which has become a magnet for TV show’s fans, is on the market.

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Artificial intelligence

Chinese AI firm SenseTime reduces office space in Singapore

The retreat underscores the competition faced by SenseTime in a new AI era, and the changing fortunes of Singapore’s prime office market.

Singapore’s skyline. Photo: AFP
Singapore’s skyline. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong property

Outlook for Hong Kong’s high-end homes to brighten in 2025

Luxury property prices to rise as much as 5 per cent next year, with rents also set to increase by the same level, Ricacorp’s Derek Chan says.

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International Property

Chinese firms seek European base for factories amid trade tensions, tariffs

European industrial real estate developer CTP expects increased demand from Chinese firms that do not want to get caught in the trade war.

International Property

Dubai developers escalate efforts to sell properties to rich Chinese

Buyers are attracted to UAE city’s attractive rental yields and golden visa programme.

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Asia housing and property

Chinese investors advised to tread carefully in Thai property market amid scams

Foreign buyers face legal hurdles and scams, risking significant financial losses, according to Thai law firm.

Chiang Mai in northern Thailand has become a popular real estate investment hotspot for overseas investors. Photo: Shutterstock
Chiang Mai in northern Thailand has become a popular real estate investment hotspot for overseas investors. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong outshines Singapore as demand for flexible office space grows: report

Bengaluru and Makati are the hottest spots as demand surged by 107 and 47 per cent, respectively, according to a study.

Banking & finance

US banks face rising distress as commercial property values slump

Smaller US banks ramp up loan modifications amid slumping commercial property values.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s hotel industry faces ‘worrying’ troubles in tax and Trump

A 3 per cent tax on hotel guests on January 1 and looming troubles from the Trump presidency could undermine the city’s tourism sector.

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International Property

Hongkongers pour fresh capital into Japan’s booming hospitality sector

The favourable view of Japan’s hospitality sector is underpinned by the country’s improving economic prospects.

Skiers take a view of snow-capped Mount Yotei in Niseko, a town in Hokkaido, Japan. Photo: Shutterstock
Skiers take a view of snow-capped Mount Yotei in Niseko, a town in Hokkaido, Japan. Photo: Shutterstock
International Property

Citic enlarges Saudi Arabia footprint with 3,500-flat Riyadh project

The project, also called Khuzam Hills, comprises several phases, the first of which is scheduled for delivery in 2026, according to the website of Citic’s partner Rafal.

International Property

Why Trump election is good and bad for Chinese property investors in the US

Trump tax cuts, tariffs will keep interest rates high, but current owners will benefit from his presidency.

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Hong Kong property

As Hong Kong and Singapore age, health businesses loom larger in property market

As the average age in Hong Kong and Singapore rises, landlords and developers need to become more in tune with the medical industry.

People cross the street in Central. Photo: Eugene Lee
People cross the street in Central. Photo: Eugene Lee
International Property

Could India surpass China as an Asian real estate investment hotspot?

India’s booming economy and growing demand for office space are making it a magnet for many global players.

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International Property

Data centres push Asia’s cross-border property investment towards 2-year high

Anticipated growth of 50 per cent will drive 2024 cross-border investments to about US$48 billion, according to Knight Frank.

International Property

Japanese hotels a magnet for Hong Kong investors to diversify, mitigate risks

Japan’s low interest rates and booming tourism are attracting investors like the Chiu family and Dorsett Hospitality International.

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International Property

Hotels in Japan, China, draw investors as travel fervour improves returns

Japan is the favourite investment target amid a surge in tourism, a weak yen and low interest rates.

A woman looks across Tokyo from the Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Deck on August 28, 2024. Photo: AFP
A woman looks across Tokyo from the Bunkyo Civic Center Observation Deck on August 28, 2024. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong property

Chinachem’s Nina Hospitality aims to move up market, eyes overseas expansion

Nina’s managing director said it is looking at expanding on the mainland and overseas, while becoming an upscale hotel group in Hong Kong.

International Property

Homebuyers flock to city centres as demand wanes for flats close to nature

That shift has become evident in metropolises across the UK and Australia, as well as in compact cities like Singapore and Hong Kong.

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International Property

Singapore stays ahead of Hong Kong in JLL’s real estate market transparency list

Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Singapore are the best four among Asia-Pacific property markets in JLL’s latest transparency survey. The UK, France and US top the list globally.

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People gather next to the Merlion statue at the Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade in Singapore on August 7, 2024. Photo: AFP
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