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.

Nicolas Vix, senior country officer for China, replaces Jean-François Deroche in Hong Kong.

"It is now time for us to strongly raise with the international community the issue of the disasters we are experiencing as a result of climate change," said Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah.

The headmaster of a school in Nepal successfully evacuated the building, saving many lives, with just 14 minutes' warning before the mud water swept through. The school no longer exists.

A Hague tribunal orders India to curb work on two Kashmir hydropower projects, saying the Indus Waters Treaty stays fully in force.

"Cooperation is successfully developing on all fronts," Russian President Vladimir Putin said to his Chinese counterpart.

The award foundation hailed Professor Tommy Koh as an exemplary leader in international diplomacy who spent decades advancing dialogue and peaceful resolutions among nations.

The final budget could reportedly reach 10 trillion yen as Tokyo upgrades its defence to navigate growing tension with neighbours such as China, North Korea and Russia.

Singapore will also deliver humanitarian assistance comprising both civilian and Singapore Armed Forces supplies to Nepal, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 

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.

The fashion retailer's flagship store at the Landsec shopping centre spans more than 27,000 sq ft across two floors. The post Inditex-brand Lefties makes UK debut at Liverpool ONE appeared first on Property Week.

Green Party leader Zack Polanski has called for a temporary freeze on the approval of new data centres in England because of concerns over the amount of water and energy they consume. The post Green Party’s Polanski calls for pause on new data centre development over climate concerns appeared first on Property Week.

From September, traders signing up to the government-supported scheme will have to demonstrate they meet higher standards of customer service, transparency and dispute regulation. The post Cowboy builders targeted in new government crackdown appeared first on Property Week.

AIB and Bank of Ireland will each inject €35m (£30m) of fresh capital into the Homebuilder Fund, which now has capacity to deliver 12,000 homes. The post Avenue Capital’s Irish residential fund backed by €70m investment appeared first on Property Week.

55 Douglas Street spans 85,099 sq ft of grade-A office space over six storeys and changed hands for an unconfirmed fee. The post HKIP acquires media office block in Glasgow appeared first on Property Week.

Balmoral International Land UK has secured planning consent for a major industrial and logistics development called Arches Business Park in Broxburn, West Lothian. The post Green light for first phase of new Scottish logistics park appeared first on Property Week.

Experts have praised prime minister Andy Burnham’s proposals to grant regional mayors across England new call-in powers, but some warn that greater mayoral intervention could lead to further planning delay and complexity. The post Industry welcomes call-in powers for mayors, despite ‘big questions’ over delivery appeared first on Property Week.

Platter will replace John Lewis restaurants across 32 of its UK stores by the end of 2027, as part of an £800m multi-year investment across the business. The post John Lewis reveals new restaurant concept at Oxford Street flagship appeared first on Property Week.

Mike Weston has been appointed as strategic adviser to Fiera Real Estate Single-Family Housing, the fund launched by Fiera Real Estate UK and Packaged Living earlier this month. The post Ex-LGPS Central CEO appointed by Fiera to advise on UK single-family strategy appeared first on Property Week.