23 Mar 2026

Kenya is set to restart a multi-billion-dollar extension of the Kenya Standard Gauge Railway that had remained stalled for more than six years after initial financing from China slowed down. The earlier phase connecting Mombasa to Nairobi was completed in 2017, but further expansion toward Rift Valley was delayed due to funding gaps. The new phase is being supported through securitisation of railway revenues and continued participation of Chinese firms, including the China Road and Bridge Corporation, reflecting a shift in financing strategy.Read more

23 Mar 2026

Compass, a major residential real estate brokerage in the United States, has withdrawn its antitrust lawsuit against Zillow, one of the country's leading online property listing platforms. The case had alleged that Zillow restricted the display of new home listings in a way that violated antitrust laws. A filing submitted in a Manhattan federal court confirmed that the case was dismissed without prejudice, meaning it could potentially be refiled later. No explanation was provided in the filing for the decision to discontinue the proceedings.Read more

22 Mar 2026

Dubai's residential real estate market is undergoing a structural shift, with established prime districts such as Dubai Marina, Business Bay, and Palm Jumeirah witnessing stabilised rental yields and slower capital appreciation. Average gross rental returns across the city have ranged between 5% and 8% in recent years, though mature locations are increasingly viewed as income-generating rather than growth-led markets. Investor interest is gradually moving towards emerging master-planned communities including Dubai Hills Estate, District One, and Mohammed Bin Rashid City, where controlled supply and end-user demand are supporting stronger performance. The shift reflects a more segmented and supply-driven market environment between 2024 and 2026.Read more

22 Mar 2026

New Zealand's economy recorded modest growth in the fourth quarter, but the expansion came in below both analyst and central bank expectations, reflecting continued uneven recovery. Official data from Statistics New Zealand showed quarterly GDP rising 0.2% and annual growth at 1.3%, both weaker than forecasts. The softer performance weighed on the New Zealand dollar, which declined in response to market interpretation that there was limited pressure on the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to tighten policy further in the near term.Read more

20 Mar 2026

InterRent Real Estate Investment Trust has announced a leadership transition at the top level, with its current Chief Executive Officer, President, and Trustee, InterRent Real Estate Investment Trust, set to step down. Brad Cutsey will resign from all executive and trustee roles effective March 23, 2026. In response, the company has appointed Dave Nevins as interim Chief Executive Officer, starting the same date. The transition reflects a planned leadership change aimed at ensuring continuity in operations while the trust manages its next phase of executive alignment and governance stability.Read more

20 Mar 2026

Megaworld Corp's real estate investment trust, Mreit, has secured approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission for its property-for-share swap transaction with Megaworld Corporation. The approval allows Mreit to proceed with the exchange structure, where identified property assets will be transferred in return for shares. This development supports the ongoing asset infusion strategy between the entities and aligns with regulatory requirements. The transaction is expected to strengthen Mreit's asset base and maintain its portfolio expansion through asset-backed growth while ensuring compliance with existing corporate and regulatory frameworks.Read more

20 Mar 2026

Central China Real Estate Ltd has indicated that it is likely to report a significant net loss for the financial year 2025, estimating a range between RMB 2.8 billion and RMB 3.2 billion. The company attributes the expected loss primarily to the continued slowdown in the property market during the period, along with other contributing factors. The outlook reflects ongoing pressure on the real estate sector, which has been facing demand constraints and liquidity challenges in recent years. The disclosure signals continued financial stress for developers operating in a subdued market environment.Read more

20 Mar 2026

Supermarket Income REIT, a UK based real estate investment trust focused on grocery property, has expanded the secured term loan backing its joint venture with Blue Owl Capital to GBP 437 million. The move reflects ongoing refinancing efforts as part of scaling its grocery real estate portfolio. Previously, the company had secured a GBP 215 million JV loan and has a track record of strategic refinancing and acquisitions across the UK and Europe. The increased facility provides additional liquidity to support future investment and portfolio growth.Read more

20 Mar 2026

House price growth in the United Kingdom is expected to moderate over the next three years, according to a Reuters poll of housing analysts, as expectations of interest rate cuts by the Bank of England have weakened amid geopolitical tensions and rising inflation risks. The survey indicates average home prices will increase by 2.5% this year and 3% annually over the following two years, lower than earlier projections. Mortgage rates have risen in response to global economic uncertainty, impacting buyer sentiment and affordability. London is expected to see relatively subdued price growth compared to other regions. At the same time, rental values are projected to grow at a faster pace than property prices, driven by constrained supply and policy changes affecting landlords in the private rental market.Read more

20 Mar 2026

Sweden's financial regulator has imposed a penalty of SEK 50 million (USD 5.39 million) on pension fund Alecta over its investment in real estate company Heimstaden. The action follows concerns around the fund's investment decisions and risk management practices. The case comes at a time when several European real estate firms are facing financial pressure due to rising interest rates and valuation corrections. The development highlights increasing scrutiny on institutional investors, especially pension funds, in handling large-scale real estate exposures and ensuring accountability in investment strategies.Read more