13 Dec 2025

Sembcorp Industries has announced the acquisition of Australia-based Alinta Energy for an enterprise value of A$6.5 billion, marking one of its largest overseas expansions. The deal gives the Singapore-based group full ownership of a major integrated energy business serving about 1.1 million customers with 3.4 GW of operating capacity across gas, coal, wind and solar. The acquisition also provides access to a 10.4 GW development pipeline, including wind and hydro projects, and Alinta's key Loy Yang B power station in Victoria. Sembcorp said the transaction is expected to be immediately earnings-accretive and supports its Asia-Pacific growth and renewable energy strategy, following recent clean energy investments in India.Read more

13 Dec 2025

Charter Hall Group will implement a capital reallocation of 42.28 AU cents per security after gaining securityholder approval. The move aims to optimize the company's capital structure while providing additional returns to investors. The reallocation reflects the group's strategy of balancing shareholder returns with operational flexibility for future growth. Analysts highlight that such measures are common among real estate investment trusts and property groups to maintain investor confidence. Charter Hall's history of structured capital management supports its continued focus on strategic financial planning.Read more

12 Dec 2025

Dubai’s Wafi Group has partnered with Adrian Cheng’s investment firm ALMAD to launch Wafi Anime 11, bringing Chinese anime brands and cultural experiences to Wafi City from next year. The venture will include exhibitions, pop-ups, and an exclusive private members’ club for affluent clients in the Middle East and North Africa. Cheng, part of one of Hong Kong’s wealthiest families, started ALMAD to focus on digital assets and emerging markets. With Dubai attracting a growing number of Chinese visitors, the project is set to cater to increasing interest in Chinese culture and entertainment.Read more

12 Dec 2025

Shinagawa Refra Co Ltd will report an extraordinary gain of around 28 billion JPY from the sale of rental properties in Shibuya, Tokyo. This one-time transaction forms part of the company's portfolio optimization strategy, aimed at strengthening liquidity and reinvesting in high-potential real estate opportunities. The Shibuya properties, located in a prime district with strong rental demand, made the sale strategically significant. Analysts expect the proceeds could be used to bolster the company's financial position or fund future investments, reflecting a disciplined approach to managing Tokyo's real estate assets.Read more

12 Dec 2025

BNW Developments and Enlightened Minds Investments have formed a strategic partnership to introduce the BNW Real Estate Fund with USD 27 million in capital commitments at launch to back real estate development in the United Arab Emirates. The fund will focus on land acquisition in high growth locations, completion financing for near delivery projects, and the creation of branded, purpose built assets. It aims to deliver an 18% annualised return with an 8% yearly distribution and the remainder at exit. The fund is now open for strategic investor engagement, with allocations planned soon.Read more

12 Dec 2025

TotalEnergies has reached an agreement to operate Galp's Mopane offshore permit in Namibia’s Orange Basin by acquiring a 40% stake from the Portuguese company. The deal places TotalEnergies at the helm of Namibia’s two largest oil discoveries, paving the way for a major production hub. The transaction is expected to close in 2026. TotalEnergies and Chevron were leading contenders for the stake. This move strengthens the French firm’s presence in African offshore oil, while Galp continues to maintain its majority interest in the region.Read more

12 Dec 2025

South Africa raised INR 11.795 billion (USD 693 million) through its first infrastructure and development finance bonds, attracting bids of more than INR 26 billion. The funding came through 10-year and 15-year bonds, priced at interest rates of 8.575% and 9.13%. The issuance is part of a wider plan to channel over INR 1 trillion into public infrastructure over the next three years. The proceeds are expected to support large projects such as the Tygerberg Hospital redevelopment, a major Limpopo water pipeline and upgrades to Transnet’s coal and iron ore corridors.Read more

12 Dec 2025

Chinese regulators have urged a faster and wider rollout of public REITs to address the growing liquidity strain on developers and to meet the rising demand for yield among investors. Senior officials from the China Securities Regulatory Commission said in a recent article that commercial assets including hotels, office buildings and stadiums should be brought under the REIT framework soon, following the CSRC’s release of draft rules for a pilot programme last week. They highlighted that China’s REIT market, valued at about 220 billion yuan (approximately USD31.12 billion), has significant room for long-term expansion.Read more

12 Dec 2025

Alexander & Baldwin, a long-established commercial real estate fund in Hawaii, announced earlier this week that it will be taken private in a USD 2.3 billion all-cash transaction led by MW Group along with Blackstone Real Estate and DivcoWest. The offer gives shareholders USD 21.20 per share, reflecting a 40% premium over its previous close, and the company’s stock rose sharply in after-hours trading following the announcement. The deal, expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, will keep A&B’s existing name and Honolulu base. The investor consortium also intends to invest over USD 100 million in property upgrades.Read more

11 Dec 2025

Mapletree Pan Asia Commercial Trust has agreed to sell the Festival Walk Tower in Hong Kong for HKD 1.96 billion, matching its latest valuation. The Singapore-listed REIT, backed by Temasek, said the divestment aligns with its strategy to streamline the portfolio amid a weak Greater China office market. The cash proceeds will be used to reduce debt, lowering gearing to about 36.5%. The move follows two office exits in Japan earlier this year. MPACT will continue to own the Festival Walk retail mall, which remains nearly fully leased. After the sale, the REIT's portfolio will include 15 commercial assets across Asia, with Singapore contributing most of its income.Read more