18 Feb 2026

Egyptians For Housing & Development Reconstruction announced a full-year net profit of EGP 74.2 million, with total revenue reaching EGP 241.6 million. The financial results were disclosed in the past week and point to stable earnings despite challenges in Egypt's real estate sector, including cost pressures and cautious market sentiment. The developer, known for its residential and land development projects, has maintained consistent profitability in recent years. The latest figures highlight steady execution and controlled financial management amid a demanding operating environment.Read more

18 Feb 2026

Australia has committed USD 2.76 billion, or AUD 3.9 billion, to advance construction of a nuclear submarine shipyard at Osborne in South Australia under the AUKUS defence pact with the US and the UK. The funding will support infrastructure development at the site, which will eventually build Australia's nuclear-powered submarines. The project forms part of Australia's largest-ever defence investment, with total shipyard costs estimated at AUD 30 billion over coming decades. Until new construction begins, the facility will maintain the existing Collins-class submarine fleet.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Seven Hills Realty Trust has secured a USD 30.5 million loan to refinance a medical office property in Atlanta, Georgia. The financing, completed during the past week, is aimed at replacing existing debt and does not involve new acquisitions or development plans. The move reflects ongoing efforts by real estate investment trusts to manage liabilities amid shifting interest rate conditions. Medical office properties continue to attract refinancing activity due to stable tenant demand, particularly in growth markets such as Atlanta.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Kim Jong Un inaugurated a new housing district in Pyongyang for families of North Korean soldiers who died during overseas military missions, state media reported. He said the project symbolised the sacrifice of the fallen and was completed early to provide comfort to bereaved families. Photographs showed Kim accompanied by his daughter, Ju Ae, whose growing public role continues to draw attention. The move follows North Korea's deployment of troops to Ukraine under a defence pact with Russia and comes ahead of the upcoming Workers Party congress.Read more

17 Feb 2026

A Hong Kong court has dismissed a 2024 winding-up petition filed against Chinese property developer Country Garden, the company said on Monday. The petition was lodged by Ever Credit Ltd, a unit of Kingboard Holdings, over alleged non-payment of a $205 million loan. The case had been adjourned at least five times since last year. The filing came shortly after a Hong Kong court ordered the liquidation of China Evergrande Group in early 2024, intensifying concerns about China's struggling property sector. The dismissal offers temporary relief to Country Garden amid a prolonged downturn that has seen falling home sales, developer defaults and weakening buyer confidence in what was once a key pillar of China's economy.Read more

17 Feb 2026

German investment group Bertelsmann has acquired an 80% controlling stake in Lets Transport, an Indian logistics platform connecting truck operators with corporates, reflecting growing global interest in India's supply chain sector. Lets Transport, operating since 2015, addresses a largely fragmented market valued around USD 14 billion. At the same time, the Supreme Court of India criticised the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), suggesting it primarily aids defaulting builders and questioning its purpose. The court allowed Himachal Pradesh to relocate its RERA office, highlighting broader concerns about regulatory effectiveness in real estate.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Logistea has reported a solid performance for FY2025, posting operating income of SEK 976 million and profit from property management of SEK 511 million. Pretax profit for the year stood at SEK 1,030 million, while net asset value per share was reported at SEK 16.7. The board has proposed a dividend of SEK 0.20 per share for the 2025 financial year, subject to shareholder approval at the annual general meeting in May 2026. The results reflect stable income from its logistics-focused property portfolio.Read more

17 Feb 2026

China's new home prices continued to decline in the past month, reflecting persistent weakness in the property sector despite policy easing measures. Official data showed monthly prices fell 0.4 per cent, while annual declines deepened to 3.1 per cent, the sharpest in several months. Weak demand, high inventories in smaller cities, and ongoing funding stress for developers continue to weigh on the market. Although leverage caps have been removed and state firms are buying distressed projects, analysts see recovery as gradual and uneven.Read more

17 Feb 2026

Federal Realty Investment Trust has issued a 2026 FFO forecast that slightly exceeds market expectations, citing strong leasing demand and higher rents at its grocery-anchored shopping centres. The REIT's focus on densely populated urban markets and essential retailers has helped it navigate economic uncertainty. Alongside peers raising guidance, the company continues to expand selectively, including recent acquisitions in Omaha. Fourth-quarter results showed FFO beating estimates, while revenue remained broadly in line, reinforcing confidence in its retail-led portfolio strategy.Read more

16 Feb 2026

American Homes 4 Rent has announced a 10% increase in its quarterly distribution, signalling confidence in its cash flow and operating performance. The decision comes amid steady rental demand and stable occupancy across its single-family rental portfolio. The company has benefited from disciplined cost control and a focus on portfolio quality in recent years. Despite challenges in the wider real estate market, rental housing fundamentals have remained supportive, allowing the REIT to enhance shareholder returns while maintaining a conservative payout strategy.Read more