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

23 May 2026

• Pending home sales in the US rose for the third consecutive month in April, supported by a brief dip in mortgage rates.
• The National Association of Realtors reported a 1.4% monthly increase, which was higher than economists’ expectations of 1.0%.
• Regional trends were mixed, with strong gains in the Northeast and Midwest, while the South saw a decline.
• Despite the rise, overall housing demand remains weak due to high borrowing costs and tight housing supply.
• Economists expect subdued market activity to continue as affordability pressures and elevated mortgage rates persist.Read more

23 May 2026

James Hardie Industries reported a decline in its annual performance, with profit falling 8% for the year ended March 31. The company posted an adjusted net income of USD 595.7 million, compared to USD 644.3 million in the previous year. The result also came slightly below market expectations of USD 597.7 million. The fibre cement major cited adverse weather conditions that disrupted construction activity across key regions, along with ongoing inflation and affordability pressures that continued to weigh on housing demand. The overall environment remained challenging for residential construction-linked materials.Read more

23 May 2026

Dubai Holding Asset Management has started construction work on its Lantana Hills residential development and awarded the AED 680 million construction contract to Group AMANA. The announcement was made through the Dubai Media Office. The project is part of the company’s premium community development plans in Dubai as demand for high-end housing continues to grow across the emirate. Dubai’s residential market has remained active over the past few years, supported by population growth, strong investor interest, and large-scale infrastructure expansion. Developers across the city have continued to launch new residential communities to meet rising demand in both luxury and mid-segment housing markets.Read more