10 Dec 2025

SoftBank is in advanced discussions to acquire DigitalBridge, a major digital infrastructure company, to expand its AI-linked asset portfolio. The deal, possibly closing by year-end, led DigitalBridge shares to surge 35%. Investors are increasingly channeling funds into digital infrastructure, with McKinsey projecting AI-related spending could reach USD 6.7 trillion by 2030. DigitalBridge, managing USD 108 billion in assets, operates data centers, cell towers, fiber networks, and edge infrastructure. Growing M&A activity highlights the strategic importance of digital infrastructure amid AI and cloud expansion.Read more

10 Dec 2025

SL Green Realty Corp expects EPS for 2026 between USD -0.27 and USD 0.03, while forecasting NAREIT-defined FFO per share in the range of USD 4.40 to USD 4.70. The company confirmed that it will start paying dividends quarterly from 2026. These projections reflect market challenges in Manhattan's office sector, including leasing dynamics and operational costs. Despite the mixed EPS outlook, the FFO guidance indicates the company expects stable cash flows and continued financial strength, enabling it to sustain dividend payments and maintain a focus on long-term value creation for shareholders.Read more

10 Dec 2025

Lai Sun Development has agreed to divest its 50% interest in a prime office tower in Hong Kong's Central district for HKD 3.5 billion (USD 450 million), securing net proceeds of HKD 2.4 billion. The disposal is intended to strengthen liquidity as the developer confronts refinancing challenges, a subdued commercial property market and substantial bond repayments due next year.Read more

10 Dec 2025

Microsoft has unveiled USD 23 billion in new AI investments, with USD 17.5 billion dedicated to India from 2026, marking its largest Asian commitment. The spending plan includes hyperscale data centres, cloud expansion and major skilling programmes. The company will also invest USD 5.42 billion in Canada as part of its broader push to build AI capacity worldwide.Read more

10 Dec 2025

XiAn Kingfar Property Services has entered into conditional agreements to acquire property units and mechanical parking usage rights from Kingfar Real Estate and other associated entities, with the total deal valued at RMB 63 million. The transactions are subject to regulatory and contractual conditions before completion. This acquisition reflects a broader strategy to strengthen XiAn Kingfar's property portfolio and optimize asset management. Kingfar Real Estate's prior experience in similar transfers indicates a consistent approach to strategic asset allocation and operational efficiency in the local real estate market.Read more

10 Dec 2025

Terreno Realty Corporation has acquired a property in Hyattsville, Maryland, for 50.0 million USD, reinforcing its strategy to expand in high-demand urban markets. The acquisition adds a commercially valuable asset to its portfolio, reflecting the company's focus on long-term growth and well-located properties. Hyattsville has attracted rising investor interest due to increased economic activity, making the deal strategic. This purchase is part of Terreno Realty's broader approach to balancing risk while capturing opportunities in key metropolitan areas, particularly around Washington, D.C.Read more

09 Dec 2025

Authorities in New South Wales have lowered wildfire alerts after fires destroyed homes and damaged infrastructure across the Central Coast and other regions. Over 60 fires were active during the peak, but officials confirmed that residents were no longer in immediate danger. Disaster assistance, including financial help and recovery support, has been activated for six affected regions. The Australian government highlighted the continuing risk of extreme heat and bushfires during the summer months. The state's vulnerability has been worsened by climate change, with memories of the 2019-2020 'Black Summer' fires still influencing preparedness.Read more

09 Dec 2025

A deadly fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court has raised questions about contractor safety and regulatory oversight. Documents reveal residents were wrongly assured that Prestige Construction had a clean safety record, despite multiple past violations. Homeowners repeatedly raised concerns over fire hazards and rising renovation costs, attempting to revoke the contract. Following the blaze, Prestige and consulting firm Will Power are under manslaughter and anti-corruption investigations. Authorities report that substandard scaffolding mesh and flammable foam boards contributed to the fire, which claimed at least 159 lives, marking Hong Kong's deadliest incident since 1948.Read more

09 Dec 2025

UK house prices remained flat in November, following October's modest growth, with annual growth slowing to its weakest since early 2024. Market caution ahead of the Autumn Budget contributed to stagnation, though affordability reached levels not seen since 2015, easing pressure on buyers. Regional trends varied, with slight declines in the south and modest gains in the north. Other lenders confirmed the slowdown, while Halifax expects gradual growth next year, aided by steady activity and anticipated lower interest rates.Read more

09 Dec 2025

National Storage REIT has agreed to a USD 2.65 billion takeover by a Brookfield-GIC consortium, offering a 26.5% premium over its late November share price and sending shares to a record AUD 2.81. The deal, now the largest take-private acquisition of an Australian real estate company, follows previous non-binding bids and reflects growing investor interest in retail and self-storage assets. The board has unanimously endorsed the transaction, which is expected to close by Q2 2026, highlighting a notable development in an otherwise quiet Australian M&A market.Read more