Despite a historic increase in interest rates, and the likelihood of further rate hikes in the near future, international investor appetite for residential Japanese properties is showing no signs of faltering. In fact, sentiment has been buoyed by ongoing rent increases as well as the accommodative stance by most Japanese financial institutions. In many urban […] The post Why Osaka Property Is Drawing More Singapore Investors, According To FMI Japan first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

As HDB resale prices have risen, $550,000 doesn’t go quite as far as it used to. Let’s be frank: even a typical 4-room flat can reach $600,000 to $700,000+ these days, and that’s not even among the priciest options. But if you’re willing to accept an older flat, and you urgently need the space, then […] The post Here Are The Cheapest 5-Room HDB Flats You Can Still Buy Under $550K first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Summary A room in central Singapore for around S$600 a month sounds like a bargain — until you see how small it is. CNA speaks to tenants about adjusting to life in extremely small rental rooms, where space for even basic belongings can be limited. We look at why some renters turn to these “pocket-sized” […] The post [Post 1565]Inside Singapore’s market for ‘pocket-sized’ rental rooms first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

With September just around the corner, activity in the new launch market is set to pick up significantly in the coming weeks. We know of at least three launch-ready developments lined up: Lucerne Grand, Amberwood at Holland, and The Serra Residences. This comes after a robust pipeline of new developments in the last eight months, […] The post 10 New Launch Condos From 2026 That Still Have Units Available — From $1.38M first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Over eight months ago, we identified the HDB projects that would be entering the resale market in 2026. As we move closer to the end of the third quarter of 2026, it’s about time we revisit this list of eligible resale flats. The size of the incoming supply of resale eligible flats is certainly significant. When we […] The post 18,425 HDB Flats Could Reach MOP In 2026 — Here’s Where Buyers Will Have The Most Choice first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Three freehold commercial properties behind National Junior College and Raffles Girls Primary School have been listed for $18.5 million. The ground floor retail units are located at 20, 26 and 28 Greenwood Avenue within the Hillcrest Park landed enclave. Collectively, the three units have a combined gross floor area of 4,456 sq ft, and the […] The post 3 Rare Freehold Bukit Timah Retail Units Are Asking $18.5M — Up To 18% Below A Recent Sale first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

A 4-room flat at Natura Loft has set a new record price in Bishan. The 1,023 sq ft unit at 273A Bishan Street 24, between the 34th and 36th floors, sold for $1.3 million ($1,271 psf) this month. This beats the previous town record for a resale 4-room flat in Bishan by $37,000. That earlier transaction was […] The post This 14-Year-Old Bishan 4-Room Flat Just Sold For A Record $1.3M — Here’s Why first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Prior to the Executive Condominium (EC) scheme, Singapore had Executive Flats. Among these, the most famous are probably the Executive Maisonettes (EMs). Introduced in 1983, these double-storey flats were a massive 1,400 to 1,600 sq ft; and they indicated a major advancement in housing policy. The creation of these duplex units marked the point when […] The post Where To Find HDB Executive Maisonettes Under $900K In 2026 — Plus An Updated Price List first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The widening price gap between the HDB housing market and the private residential market made headlines recently, with observers noting that the two housing markets may start pulling in separate directions. In 2Q2026, the HDB resale price index fell by 0.3% q-o-q. That’s not a very substantial figure, but it was significant because it was […] The post HDB Prices Are Falling While Condo Prices Rise — But Upgraders Have A Bigger Problem first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

With HDB resale prices having risen considerably over the past few years, a budget of $450,000 doesn’t stretch as far as it once did. This is especially true for buyers looking for a 4-room flat, where prices can quickly climb once you factor in proximity to an MRT station, a mature estate, or simply a […] The post Here Are 5 Of The Cheapest 4-Room HDB Flats You Can Still Buy — All Under $450K first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The USS Abraham Lincoln, which was at sea for 286 days, is at the centre of controversy over deteriorating living conditions and poor mental health on board.

Wong, 29, rose to international prominence as a teenage democracy activist, part of a group of youngsters whose protest efforts have now effectively been outlawed by Beijing's sweeping national security law.

The two-day visit is expected to see the presidents sign a slate of economic agreements and discuss the fallout from the US-Iran war.

Malaysia had announced plans to return 1,476 refugees to Myanmar on Sep 29 under the first phase of a voluntary repatriation programme.

European demand for Singaporean credit remains strong.

Shein falls in Hong Kong; Itochu plans offer for Dentsu Soken; Ares closes Japan fund; KKR's Asia investments; DigitalBridge acquires in Australia; HDFC Bank CEO to leave.

Japan's borrowing costs hit a 30-year high after the US Fed chair used more hawkish rhetoric; oil prices have risen as the Iran war escalates.

A week after a catastrophic flood tore through Nepal’s Himalayan valleys, thousands remain missing and rescue teams are still searching for survivors. CNA meets families waiting desperately for news and residents confronting the destruction of their communities.

The question is not simply how to respond to the flood, but how to reduce the economic and human consequences of the next disaster, says this researcher.

Between 2011 and 2021, less than half the number of homes were built near stations in the average British big city than in French and Japanese peer cities. The post Britain missing 1.2 million homes around inner-city stations, says Centre for Cities appeared first on Property Week.

Hines has expanded its UK retail park portfolio with the acquisition of three fully leased assets totaling 438,000 sq ft across Greater London, Manchester and Edinburgh. The post Hines expands UK retail park portfolio with trio of acquisitions appeared first on Property Week.

Parent company Affinius Capital, which bought Mountpark in 2024, said Craig Hughes' appointment represented a planned evolution of the firm's leadership following that acquisition. The post Mountpark names former PwC global real estate boss as CEO appeared first on Property Week.

The Kent MP takes up the role as part of a Conservative shadow cabinet reshuffle, with Cleverly set to run for London mayor. The post Lam replaces Cleverly as shadow housing secretary appeared first on Property Week.

The south London and Bath schemes take the number of PBSA developments Fresh manages for Inhabio to seven. The post Fresh appointed to manage two PBSA schemes for Inhabeo appeared first on Property Week.

In his new position, he is responsible for leading the global finance function to drive continued profitable growth and to deliver value across the firm. The post Knight Frank names Davis new group chief financial officer appeared first on Property Week.

ALB, which has a £100m portfolio of regeneration and investment projects, plans to fill the vacant units at the centre by Christmas. The post ALB Group snaps up Colchester’s St John’s Walk shopping centre appeared first on Property Week.

The developer has submitted plans for 13 multi-let units totalling 205,000 sq ft at the Waltham Cross site. The post Padrock buys Hertfordshire site for £110m I&L scheme appeared first on Property Week.

The plans include four new B8 logistics units. TBBD has already secured an occupier-led agreement for the largest of the buildings, totalling 1.4m sq ft. The post Plans submitted for 1.79m sq ft expansion of Symmetry Park Biggleswade appeared first on Property Week.

The firm has appointed Vaqas Farooq as chief executive and Steve Silvester as chief financial officer, while Thomas Rowland has been promoted to director of development and design. The post Criterion Capital names CEO and CFO for new-look leadership team appeared first on Property Week.