Foreign investors are often blamed for sky-rocketing real estate prices. But the truth is more complex, according to two new pieces of research, as Martin G Kaspar reports.
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London leads in real estate investment
London tops the Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate’s annual survey.
Hong Kong now world’s most expensive office market
Demand from mainland companies has pushed up Hong Kong cost-per-desk prices while currency moves have affected London, enabling the Chinese territory to leapfrog the UK capital when it comes to office expenses.
London logistics market set for consumer-led transformation: JLL report
In its latest Logistics in London report, JLL reports that consumer behaviour is set to bring big alterations to the UK capital's logistics scene.
Hilton increases sub-Saharan Africa expansion
The Hilton hotel group is spending $50m on buying and rebranding sub-Saharan African hotels in the wake of increased business travel growth in the region. Louis Bearn reports.
View from the C-Suite: Gaw Capital's sibling success story
The Gaw siblings combined their talents to found award-winning property private equity firm Gaw Capital Partners. Christina – younger sister of Goodwin and Kenneth – talks to Natasha Turak about bridging the East-West divide and following the millennials.
ViMa reveals towering vision for Madagascar
Developer Vision Madagascar (ViMa) is building a high-rise tower in its Explorer Business Park, which it hopes will spark hi-tech investments, as company president Zouzar Bouka tells Natasha Turak.
UK commercial property investment up on 2016 in H1
A report by Savills shows UK commercial property sector in general good health but warns six sectors, including retail warehouses and regional offices, could feel pressure on yields. Louis Bearn reports.
Sub-Saharan Africa real estate becoming more transparent
Transparency in the sub-Saharan real estate market has improved, which is helping to pull in international investment. Louis Bearn reports.
European office rent up as vacancy levels fall: Savills
The average rent for office space in European central business districts was up 2.5% in the first quarter of 2017, according to Savills.
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