"A higher cost of capital, as well as rising raw materials prices and wages have aggregated into a significant increase in construction costs, a notable trend that will contribute to tighter supply in the mid-to-longterm."

"While the residential property market is undergoing a correction, it also presents a rare opportunity for both end-users and investors to acquire properties at attractive price levels not seen in the last decade."

"2020 and 2021 recorded 30 major industrial property transactions in Greater KL, amounting to RM2,158 million, indicating an influx of active investors."

"China plans to maintain its manufacturing edge through the modernisation of its industrial sector and taking a leading role in new economy fields. This in combination with increasing investments into foundational basic sciences that will underpin long-term demand for business and science parks."

"After removing the ‘Test & Go’ restriction, Thailand’s tourism industry finally hit one million international arrivals in the first five months, raising the hopes of hoteliers."

"Industrial properties such as logistics and industrial offices which can provide a stable 3% yield are attracting local investor attention."

"Over the first quarter of 2022, average occupancy has climbed to 62% versus 42% in the previous year, while average daily rates have increased by 12.4% YoY."

"The IT sector has become the largest source of new transactions in 2021 for the fi rst time, accounting for 23% of the total newly leased area."

"Beijing Grade A office market kicked off with a weak start, as absorptions declined and the vacancy rate increased in Q1/2022. Besides, rents in major prime and sub-prime markets may rebound slightly in the short term, but rental growth in the long run is still expected to remain subdued."