10 Jan 2026

James C. Mastandrea has proposed replacing the board of Whitestone REIT due to persistent underperformance. The initiative aims to bring fresh leadership to strengthen portfolio management and enhance shareholder value. Whitestone REIT, trading under WSR.N, has struggled to deliver consistent growth, prompting investor concern. Mastandrea's proposal reflects a broader trend of activist interventions in the REIT sector when boards fail to meet expectations. The plan will be reviewed by shareholders, and if approved, could lead to changes in governance, strategic priorities, and potentially improve the company's market standing.Read more

09 Jan 2026

Dasin Retail Trust has been issued a letter of demand by Malayan Banking Berhad's Singapore branch, seeking immediate repayment of outstanding borrowings. The offshore facility agent has demanded payment of principal amounts totalling USD 129.9 million, along with other sums due. This development comes amid prolonged financial stress for the retail-focused trust, which operates mainly in China. Ongoing challenges such as weak retail conditions and debt servicing pressures have already weighed on the trust's stability, making the latest demand a significant concern for stakeholders.Read more

09 Jan 2026

COPT Defense Properties has executed a 132,000 square foot build-to-suit lease in San Antonio, marking another addition to its defence-focused development portfolio. The deal has taken the company's total new investments in 2025 to USD 277 million. The facility will be purpose-built to meet tenant requirements, reinforcing the firm's focus on specialised and secure real estate assets. Construction on the project is planned to commence in the third quarter of 2026. The transaction aligns with COPT Defense's long-term strategy of serving defence and technology-driven occupiers.Read more

09 Jan 2026

Vornado Realty Trust has acquired 3 East 54th Street in Manhattan's Plaza District for USD 141 million, as disclosed in a filing during the past week. The site is considered a prime development parcel within one of Midtown's most valuable commercial areas. The acquisition supports Vornado's strategy of concentrating on high-quality, core New York assets with long-term redevelopment potential. The deal comes amid cautious but targeted investment activity in Manhattan, where prime locations continue to attract interest despite broader challenges in the office real estate market.Read more

09 Jan 2026

KMC Properties ASA and BEWI Invest AS have entered into a merger plan under which KMC Properties will acquire all assets of BEWI Invest. Following the transaction, BEWI Invest shareholders are set to own 99.09 percent of the combined company. KMC Properties plans to seek approval for a 6:1 reverse share split as part of the restructuring. The companies have been valued at NOK 32.7 million and NOK 3.55 billion respectively, underscoring BEWI Invest's dominant scale within the merged entity.Read more

09 Jan 2026

COPT Defense Properties has entered into a 110,000 square foot build-to-suit lease at the University of Maryland's Discovery District, with an expected capital investment of about USD 65 million. The project will be a customised facility aligned with the company's focus on defence- and government-oriented office assets. The Discovery District has emerged as a research and innovation hub with strong links to federal agencies. The transaction highlights steady demand for specialised office space backed by long-term, mission-critical users.Read more

09 Jan 2026

Cathay Securities Investment Trust, part of Cathay Financial Holding, plans to raise between TWD 5 billion and TWD 10 billion through a new Japanese REIT fund, with fundraising set for January 19 to January 21. The fund manager remains positive on Japan's real estate sector, citing favourable economic conditions and investor demand. Taiwanese investors were the largest foreign buyers of Japanese property in 2025, reinforcing the strategic focus of the fund. At the upper end, the fundraising could reach around USD 318.5 million.Read more

09 Jan 2026

Home sales in the Greater Toronto Area continued to decline for a third straight month, with prices also moving lower as economic uncertainty kept buyers cautious. Sales fell to their lowest level since mid-year, while the home price index recorded a monthly and annual decline. For the full year, sales dropped sharply even as new listings increased, leading to improved affordability. Lower prices, easing mortgage rates, and recent interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada have helped balance the market, though buyer confidence remains restrained.Read more

08 Jan 2026

Critical Metals Corp has given the green light to begin construction of Arctic-grade facilities in Greenland, advancing its plans to operate in challenging polar conditions. The company also confirmed that its pilot plant is expected to be ready by May 2026, providing a foundation for testing and early-stage processing activities. Greenland's growing importance in critical minerals supply chains has drawn global interest, though Arctic operations demand specialised infrastructure. The construction approval positions Critical Metals to progress cautiously while gathering operational data before considering larger-scale development.Read more

08 Jan 2026

Yuexiu Property Co Ltd has acquired a land parcel in Shanghai's Pudong New Area for RMB 2.56 billion through one of its units. The acquisition, completed earlier this week, adds a prime urban site to the company's land reserves. Pudong continues to be a focus area for developers due to strong infrastructure and sustained housing demand. Yuexiu Property has a track record of investing in tier-one cities, and the latest purchase reflects its measured approach to land acquisitions amid a selective and cautious property market environment.Read more