25 May 2026

Swedish Logistic Property has signed a long-term lease agreement for a new logistics property in Jonkoping, strengthening its industrial and warehousing portfolio in Sweden. The company said the project will involve the development of a facility spanning around 21,600 square metres with a total estimated investment of SEK 231 million. The property has been secured under a 10-year lease arrangement and is expected to generate an annual rental value of SEK 16.5 million. The project is also expected to improve the company’s net rental income by nearly SEK 9.5 million.Read more

25 May 2026

Putprop Ltd has entered into an agreement with Bluhire Proprietary for the sale of its Montana Park property for R29 million. The transaction was disclosed through a regulatory filing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange during the past week. The move forms part of Putprop’s ongoing portfolio management strategy as property companies continue to evaluate asset performance and capital allocation amid changing market conditions. The company has not yet disclosed further operational details related to the property or timelines linked to the completion of the transaction.Read more

25 May 2026

US-based real estate investment trusts AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential are reportedly nearing a merger agreement that could create one of the largest apartment housing REITs in the United States. According to media reports, AvalonBay shareholders may receive 2.793 shares of Equity Residential common stock for every AvalonBay share held, with AvalonBay investors expected to own slightly over 51% of the merged entity. The combined company is also expected to declare an initial annual dividend of USD 2.81 per share. Together, both companies manage more than 180,000 apartment units across the US housing market.Read more

25 May 2026

Home Invest Belgium reported EPRA earnings of EUR 4.32 million for the first quarter of 2026, supported by high occupancy levels and a largely residential portfolio. The company said the fair value of its real estate portfolio stood at EUR 969.15 million at the end of March 2026. Residential assets continued to dominate its holdings, accounting for 91.7% of investment properties available for rent. The occupancy rate remained strong at 98.3% during the quarter. Looking ahead, the company expects EPRA earnings per share for 2026 to rise to EUR 1.23 or remain stable compared to EUR 1.21 recorded in 2025.Read more

25 May 2026

Mortgage rates in the United States moved higher in the past week, with the average 30-year fixed home loan rate rising to 6.56%, according to data released by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The increase came as rising oil prices, uncertainty around the Iran conflict and concerns over inflation pushed U.S. Treasury yields upward. Home loan demand weakened during the same period, with mortgage applications falling to a five-week low. Markets are also closely watching the upcoming leadership change at the Federal Reserve, although investors largely expect interest rates to remain elevated amid continuing inflation concerns.Read more

24 May 2026

Yuexiu Property has proposed the issuance of CNY1.6 billion worth of 3.40% guaranteed green notes due in 2029 as part of its funding and debt management strategy. The company said the proceeds from the bond issue will primarily be used to refinance offshore debts that are set to mature within the next one year. The move comes at a time when several Chinese developers continue to focus on improving liquidity positions and extending debt maturities amid ongoing pressure in the real estate sector. Yuexiu Property has remained relatively active in capital markets compared to several peers.Read more

24 May 2026

New Zealand Rural Land Company has approved an unimputed cash dividend of 1.34 New Zealand cents per share for the first quarter. The decision was announced during the past day as part of the company’s regular shareholder payout process. The company, which focuses on owning and leasing rural land assets across New Zealand, has continued to maintain periodic dividend distributions amid steady demand for agricultural and horticultural land in the country. The latest dividend declaration reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders through quarterly cash payouts.Read more

24 May 2026

Investore Property has indicated that it currently plans to pay a cash dividend of 6.50 NZ cents per share for FY27, according to its FY26 annual results released recently. The announcement comes as the New Zealand-based property company continues to focus on income distribution and portfolio stability amid changing market conditions. Investore Property, which owns and manages large-format retail properties across New Zealand, has historically maintained a steady dividend policy backed by long-term tenant leases and occupancy levels. The company’s latest update gives investors an early indication of expected shareholder returns for the upcoming financial year.Read more

24 May 2026

• Keturah has cited government-led policy support and changing buyer preferences as key drivers behind the rapid expansion of wellness-focused real estate developments in the UAE.
• A report released by the Global Wellness Institute stated that wellness real estate accounted for more than 12% of total construction activity in the UAE, with the market expanding from USD 3.3 billion in 2017 to USD 14.6 billion in 2025.
• The report said over 555,000 wellness-oriented residential units are currently planned across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, while the global wellness real estate market is projected to grow from USD 876 billion in 2025 to USD 1.8 trillion by 2030.
• Keturah highlighted its ongoing Dubai developments, including The Ritz-Carlton Residences at Keturah Resort and the AED 5.7 billion Keturah Reserve project, as examples of wellness-led residential planning.
• Industry stakeholders stated that wellness-focused housing is increasingly being linked to long-term value retention, community-focused living and nature-integrated urban development.Read more

24 May 2026

Erez Asset Management has called on shareholders of UMH Properties to vote against board director Matthew Hirsch at the company’s upcoming shareholder meeting. The investor, which holds nearly 4% stake in the real estate investment trust, said the company needs leadership changes and blamed the board for weak shareholder confidence and poor capital allocation decisions. The move comes as UMH’s stock has declined nearly 10% over the past year, underperforming some industry peers. Proxy advisory firm ISS has also recommended withholding support for Hirsch while backing the company’s other directors.Read more