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Smart warehouses spread to new markets
Retailers are turning to robots amid rising expectations for fast deliveries
Where investors are shopping for hotels
China, Japan, and Korea dominated hotel investment volumes in the third quarter amid the ongoing travel momentum
Why landlords are repurposing real estate
A historical shift in how we work and live is driving new opportunities
Why the momentum for office-to-living conversions is growing
High demand for urban living could spark a wave of asset conversions in Asia Pacific
Retail rents rise amid return to travel, shopping
What does the resurgence in retail mean for shoppers and retailers in Asia Pacific?
Investment opportunities
How much is my farmland worth? Rural valuations explained
If you own rural land or you’re considering investing in it, understanding how it’s valued and the factors that influence its value is critical.
5 benefits of specialised valuations for plant and equipment
Property depreciation and purchase price allocation for plant and equipment assets explained
The top cost drivers in the construction industry
What is their status now and outlook for the future
Why luxury hotel brands are hot on India
Hotel operators are looking to ride the boom in domestic travel
Singapore's logistics drought pushes up rents, values
Investors can expect rent and value growths to persevere amid a persistent supply crunch
Why private investors are shopping for retail real estate
Uptick in retail investment by private capital comes as larger investors pause
How to create a construction budget
A step-by-step process
Rising deal pipeline highlights improving investor sentiment
Investors are keeping an eye on new pricing benchmarks as global capital builds
Industrial is trending in south of Malaysia
Johor State, located in southern Malaysia, received the highest FDI in the manufacturing sector, amounting to 47.6% of total investment in Malaysia in 9M18
How the shopping centre is transforming
Retail is being reshaped to include dining, entertainment and workspaces
How hotels are turning to AI
The industry is racing to deliver unique guest experiences fuelled by new technology
People are prioritizing experiences over gifts this holiday season
A longing for fun, resulting in a more unforgettable and engaging holiday season for everyone involved
Retail investors eye economic headwinds
Can the pandemic’s lessons help malls address mounting cost pressures?
PODCAST: Why Australia is bucking the trend on office demand
Growing business headcounts are helping set Australia apart from other mature economies
What the pivot to debt investment means for borrowers
New lending sources are emerging in Asia Pacific’s relatively nascent private debt market
Value in a time of climate risk: How owners can adapt
Real estate owners and lenders are waking up to how climate change can impact asset performance, and many have identified climate risk as a critical concern.
AI + human valuation: A powerful team of real data and insights
Technology is transforming how we manage risk and values with owners and investors leveraging automated valuation models (AVMs) to analyse portfolio valuation data.
Risk analysis uncovers how new fundamentals impact asset values
Valuation professionals are analysing different characteristics to quantify how risk impacts a property’s value for better insight into portfolio risk exposure.
How real estate investors are facing a core-asset shortage
Buying partial stakes is on the rise in APAC as investors and landlords warm to deals
Businesses zoom in on Melbourne warehouses
Industrial rents and inventory strategies are driving tenants to Melbourne
Why new technology is coming to hotels
A new survey shows technology is the top priority of hotel operators amid the labor crunch
Egypt’s cost efficiencies and robust digital infrastructure makes it a flourishing outsourcing destination
By Zenah Al Saraeji, Senior Research Analyst, MENA at JLL
What higher for longer rates mean for real estate
Despite moderating inflation, interest rates are expected to remain elevated
What’s whetting investors’ appetite for hotels?
Recent hotel deals in Asia Pacific reflect uptick in travel and macro-economic confidence
5 ways AI is creating new demand in commercial real estate
Previously untapped opportunities are emerging in real estate amid the AI boom
How social value is influencing location decisions
Companies are increasingly focused on employee wellbeing and the workplace community
How the construction industry is adopting AI
Technology investment is ramping up in construction as the industry is pressured to adapt to pandemic-influenced time delays, rising costs, and a severe labor shortage.
Warehouse subleases give hope to hamstrung tenants
Companies are on the hunt for space amid industrial vacancy squeeze
Effective mitigation strategies for project success during economic uncertainty
Real estate insight by Mohamed Nabil, Head of Project & Development Services, Egypt
Why Japan real estate is hot property
Investors are hunting for deals in Japan, lured by its low rates and strong fundamentals
How real estate is preparing for electric cars
As charging infrastructure expands, industrial real estate could play a big role
How senior living is evolving for ageing populations
Mixed-use senior living communities are emerging in new markets
Grocers are playing click-and-collect catch up
With more consumers shopping in-store and online, grocery retailers are amping up mobile technology and space planning investments.
How industrial and logistics firms are confronting high energy costs
Fuel prices are driving improvements and energy efficient retrofits
Why warehouse automation isn’t yet widespread
Companies have been slow to bring in robots due to costs. Is that changing?
Why knocking down warehouses is on the rise
Redeveloping industrial real estate in a strong market aims to address modern demands
How can investors manage transition risks amid the push to net zero?
Some buildings are falling behind as the focus on sustainability reshapes the business outlook
Student housing is back on track
With students travelling abroad again, investors are following
Real estate’s flight to quality is bringing investors and occupiers closer
Converging needs are leading to more dialogue and transparency than ever before
Costs and disruption top of mind for supply chain managers
Survey from JLL and Reuters Events suggests supply chain disruption and higher costs all weigh heavy
Why investors are flocking to self-storage
Hybrid work and the e-commerce boom are driving demand for spare space
PODCAST: Why real estate is confused about sustainability
Measures to limit real estate’s environmental impact are gathering pace, but some managers are struggling to keep up
The debt metric on real estate’s radar
Rising interest rates are behind challenges to securing new loans
4 bright spots for investors in 2023
Slowing global growth is forcing investors to be more selective on sector deals
Sustainable, eco-friendly and healthy buildings in Vietnam
In Vietnam, we expect green buildings to quickly become the most sought-after buildings and spaces in the market to occupiers.
Sustainability upgrades are driving a vacancy gap in offices
Organizations are opting for higher quality buildings as they commit to carbon net zero
What’s on the mind of investors and occupiers in 2023?
Doubling down of decarbonization efforts despite macroeconomic headwinds
How will multistory industrial builds stack up in U.S. markets?
It’s been five years since the first U.S. vertical warehouse. Here’s what we’ve learned
5 big questions real estate is asking in 2023
Following years of standstill in the wake of a global pandemic, industry players question ‘what’s next?’
Why virtual tours are sticking around
Viewing commercial real estate remotely has become a lasting sales tactic
Five trends that shaped real estate in 2022
In a year of transformation, a few stand-out areas will have lasting impacts
The hunt for the next big life-sciences city
The race is on for early-mover advantage in smaller U.S. markets
Real estate sustainability data reveals world’s top performers
GRESB results rank international markets amid record growth in real estate participation
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