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Climate Positive, Proof Positive Climate Positive, Proof Positive
research • sustainability / esg
Climate Positive, Proof Positive

The built environment can reduce its emissions by going net zero, but some real estate enterprises today are looking to go climate positive, an initiative that goes above and beyond. Here, net zero carbon emissions are achieved and surpassed whereby an environmental benefit is produced by eradicating additional carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere.
 

Shaun Brodie • July 28, 2022

Hong Kong Investment Market Report 1H 2023 Hong Kong Investment Market Report 1H 2023
research • investment / capital markets
Hong Kong Investment Market Report 1H 2023

Despite the border reopening, Hong Kong’s large-sized (exceeding HK$100 million) non-residential investment market had yet to rebound in the 1H period, constrained by the prevailing high-rate environment. The market was chiefly driven by local investors and owner-occupants seeking bottom-fishing investment opportunities. 
 

Rosanna Tang • June 19, 2023

Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets 1H 2024 Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets 1H 2024
research • economy
Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets 1H 2024

Hong Kong residential transaction numbers rose noticeably in April, but slowed again in May. The Grade A office market recorded positive net absorption for the third consecutive quarter. Recovering tourist arrivals saw the overall retail high street vacancy rate remain stable in the quarter.

Rosanna Tang • July 03, 2024

Social Value — Bringing Worth To Commercial Real Estate In Greater China Social Value — Bringing Worth To Commercial Real Estate In Greater China
research • sustainability / esg
Social Value — Bringing Worth To Commercial Real Estate In Greater China

The S in ESG relates to social, and it refers to an organization's ability to satisfy the needs of its stakeholders, and ensuring that social justice, equity, and fundamental human rights are sustained. When considering commercial real estate, social value is when value is produced when commercial buildings and places improve the quality of life of people.
 

Shaun Brodie • April 22, 2024

2022-2023 Mainland China Investor Intentions And Cap Rate Survey 2022-2023 Mainland China Investor Intentions And Cap Rate Survey
research • investment / capital markets
2022-2023 Mainland China Investor Intentions And Cap Rate Survey

As China continues to optimize its COVID-19 control policies in an effort to re-energize economic growth, commercial real estate (CRE) investors are reacting quickly to the changing environment. In response, as a joint undertaking of our Valuation & Advisory, Capital Markets, and Research teams, in late 2022 we conducted an investor intentions and cap rate expectations survey, collecting valuable responses from mainland China’s largest CRE investors, both domestic and international.

Catherine Chen • December 22, 2022

Hong Kong Office, Retail, Residential And Investment Markets — 2023 Review And 2024 Outlook Hong Kong Office, Retail, Residential And Investment Markets — 2023 Review And 2024 Outlook
research • economy
Hong Kong Office, Retail, Residential And Investment Markets — 2023 Review And 2024 Outlook

New office leasing demand in Hong Kong stayed relatively subdued through 2023, in turn exerting further pressure on office rental levels. In the retail industry, overall sentiment continued to improve, supported by the growing presence of experiential retail strategies providing a new impetus. However, the persistent high interest rate environment, coupled with stock market volatility, has dampened home purchase sentiment. In the CRE investment market, end-users are becoming the primary drivers of activity.
 

Rosanna Tang • December 07, 2023

The Forecast Report 2024: Greater China Commercial Real Estate — What To Watch In 2024 The Forecast Report 2024: Greater China Commercial Real Estate — What To Watch In 2024
research • economy
The Forecast Report 2024: Greater China Commercial Real Estate — What To Watch In 2024

The commercial real estate market in Greater China has been influenced by a number of factors over the last couple of years, not least by the macro economy, relevant policies, domestic demand and technology progress. This report generally examines the real estate industry in Greater China and looks to provide an understanding of the aspects that will influence new business opportunity generation in the region in 2024.
 

Shaun Brodie • December 28, 2023

Financial Opening Up — A Future Driver Of China's Real Estate Market Financial Opening Up — A Future Driver Of China's Real Estate Market
research • government / public sector
Financial Opening Up — A Future Driver Of China's Real Estate Market

In November 2019, the State Council of China issued the Opinions on Further Improving the Utilization of Foreign Investment (Guo Fa 2019 No. 23), aiming to help further promote development and vitality of the financial sector. The document put forward a total of 20 policy measures in four aspects.
 

Sabrina Wei • June 01, 2020

Hong Kong Budget 2024 / 2025 House Views Hong Kong Budget 2024 / 2025 House Views
research • economy
Hong Kong Budget 2024 / 2025 House Views

The Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region announced the 2024/25 fiscal budget on February 28, 2024, outlining a series of measures to benefit the economy, businesses, and citizens. 
 

Rosanna Tang • March 04, 2024

China's Two Sessions 2021 — Interpretation Of Real Estate Policies In The China Government Work Report China's Two Sessions 2021 — Interpretation Of Real Estate Policies In The China Government Work Report
research • government / public sector
China's Two Sessions 2021 — Interpretation Of Real Estate Policies In The China Government Work Report

China’s ‘Two Sessions’ gathering for 2021 commenced on March 4, with the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and the National People’s Congress (NPC) meetings also marking the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan (FYP) period.
 

Sabrina Wei • March 17, 2021

Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets Q3 2023 Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets Q3 2023
research • economy
Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets Q3 2023

Supported by increased visitor spending, Hong Kong retail market sentiment continued to pick up in Q3, with total retail sales achieving HK$270.5 billion for the January to August period, up 19.3% y-o-y. Grade A office market net absorption remained negative, with overall availability rising to 17.7% prompting downward rental adjustments. In the residential market, interest rate hikes and a downward trend in the stock market continued to weigh on transactions, contributing to price declines.

Rosanna Tang • October 10, 2023

Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets 1H 2023 Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets 1H 2023
research • economy
Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets 1H 2023

Hong Kong's regular economic activity levels have gradually resumed as the city fully reopened its border, supporting a recovery of tourist spending in the retail market. Total retail sales in the first five months of the year were up 21.0% y-o-y. However, the office leasing market has yet to see a notable rebound, with negative absorption continuing into Q2. Residential buyers have become more hesitant to enter transactions given the higher interest rates. 
 

Rosanna Tang • July 06, 2023

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