25 Mar 2026

Arbor Realty Trust Inc completed a collateralized loan obligation (CLO) securitization valued at USD 762.6 million, marking a significant financing transaction for the company's lending platform. The deal involves packaging a pool of loans into securities that are sold to investors, enabling liquidity and capital recycling. This move reflects the company's continued activity in structured finance markets and its focus on managing loan portfolios efficiently. The securitization strengthens its ability to support future lending operations while maintaining balance sheet flexibility amid evolving credit market conditions.Read more

25 Mar 2026

CapitaLand Ascendas REIT has announced the acquisition of interests in three assets located in Singapore and Japan for a total of SGD 1.41 billion (USD 1.10 billion), including fees and expenses. The deals include full ownership of a logistics and industrial asset in Singapore, partial stakes in a business space property, and a 49% stake in a hyperscale data centre in Greater Osaka. The transactions aim to strengthen income stability, diversify the portfolio, and increase exposure to the growing data centre segment driven by cloud computing and artificial intelligence demand.Read more

25 Mar 2026

Bellway has revised its operating margin outlook for the fiscal year ending July 2026, reflecting growing pressure from rising costs and uncertain housing demand. The company now expects margins to be around 10.5%, down from its earlier estimate of 11%. The revision comes amid concerns over potential interest rate increases, which could affect mortgage affordability and slow buyer activity. At the same time, the firm anticipates higher home delivery volumes than previously guided, supported by demand incentives, even as external risks such as geopolitical tensions and cost inflation continue to influence the market.Read more

25 Mar 2026

Powerlong Real Estate Holdings Ltd has indicated that it expects a substantial net loss for FY2025, ranging between RMB 6,600 million and RMB 7,000 million, along with core losses attributable to shareholders estimated between RMB 3,400 million and RMB 3,800 million. The company has attributed the expected losses to impairment charges, declining property valuations, and other related factors. The disclosure highlights ongoing financial pressure in the real estate sector, where developers continue to face challenges linked to asset write-downs and subdued market conditions affecting overall profitability.Read more

24 Mar 2026

A US district court has struck down a Treasury Department rule that required disclosure of beneficial ownership in all-cash real estate transactions. The rule, introduced in 2024 by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), aimed to curb money laundering by expanding reporting requirements nationwide. The court ruled that the agency exceeded its authority and failed to justify treating all non-financed transactions as suspicious. The decision marks a setback for efforts to tighten oversight in the real estate sector, where billions of USD have reportedly been laundered over the years.Read more

24 Mar 2026

A regional aircraft operated by Air Canada Express was involved in an on-ground collision with a vehicle at New York's LaGuardia Airport, leading to temporary closure and operational disruption. The aircraft, arriving from Montreal, struck a fire truck at low speed, causing visible damage to its nose. Reports indicated that four individuals, including the pilots, were injured. Flights were diverted or returned, impacting passenger movement. The incident has drawn attention to airport ground safety, especially at one of the busiest airports in the United States handling over 30 million passengers annually.Read more

24 Mar 2026

New Zealand's economy is facing renewed pressure as its long-standing reliance on a strong housing market to drive recovery is not working this time. Despite sharp interest rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, property prices remain significantly below their pandemic peak. Global uncertainties, including the ongoing Middle East conflict, have added to borrowing cost pressures. Weak demand, rising unemployment, and stalled construction activity are further slowing recovery. At the same time, migration outflows and halted real estate projects are worsening the imbalance, raising concerns about how the country will revive growth without support from its housing sector.Read more

24 Mar 2026

Kerry Properties Ltd reported a full-year profit attributable of HKD 938 million, with total revenue reaching HKD 19,568 million. The company also announced a final dividend of HKD 0.95 per share, reflecting its continued commitment to shareholder returns despite a challenging market environment. The results indicate a stable operational performance, though the relatively moderate profit figure may point to ongoing pressures in the real estate sector. Kerry Properties, which has a strong presence in Hong Kong and mainland China, continues to focus on maintaining financial stability and disciplined growth amid evolving market conditions.Read more

24 Mar 2026

Dubai's property market is showing early indications of weakening amid ongoing geopolitical tensions linked to the US Israel conflict with Iran. Transaction volumes in the UAE have declined sharply, with estimates indicating a 37 per cent year-on-year drop and a 49 per cent month-on-month fall in early March. Some sellers have begun offering discounts of 12-15 per cent, particularly in premium locations such as areas near Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah. While analysts point to increased downside risks, including slower population growth and potential price corrections, market participants note that activity continues, with selective demand emerging for discounted assets. The situation reflects evolving investor sentiment in a market previously driven by strong capital inflows.Read more

24 Mar 2026

A United States district court has struck down a Treasury Department rule that required disclosure of beneficial ownership in all-cash real estate transactions, dealing a setback to efforts to curb money laundering in the property sector. The rule, introduced by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network in 2024, aimed to expand existing disclosure requirements nationwide. The court held that the agency had exceeded its statutory authority and failed to justify treating such transactions as inherently suspicious. The decision restores the earlier framework under which disclosure rules applied only in select cities. The ruling comes amid concerns over illicit funds flowing into real estate, with estimates indicating billions of dollars laundered through US property markets.Read more