31 Dec 2025

Hong Kong's private housing land supply is projected to exceed the original annual target by 20%, supported by a positive market outlook from developers. Two additional residential sites will be offered in the coming quarter, with total supply expected to facilitate around 16,000 homes. Property prices have seen steady gains, rising 0.9% in November and 2.8% this year, following a sharp decline from 2021. The market recovery is aided by interest rate cuts and a strong stock market, even as commercial land sales remain paused due to weak office demand.Read more

31 Dec 2025

Russian Railways has announced a 20% reduction in its 2026 budget to 713.6 billion roubles (USD 9.15 billion) as it navigates a growing debt burden of 4 trillion roubles (USD 50.8 billion). The company plans to allocate funds primarily for infrastructure and safety, railcar procurement, and the Moscow-St Petersburg high-speed rail project. VTB CEO Andrei Kostin emphasized that maintaining investment levels is crucial amid debt restructuring. Current spending remains far below the previous year's record of 1.5 trillion roubles, impacting suppliers reliant on the company's contracts.Read more

30 Dec 2025

SoftBank Group has agreed to acquire DigitalBridge Group in a USD 4 billion deal to strengthen its exposure to digital infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence. The offer values DigitalBridge at about USD 2.92 billion and includes a premium over its recent share price. DigitalBridge will continue to operate independently under CEO Marc Ganzi. The firm manages USD 108 billion in assets and invests in data centres, fibre networks and related platforms. The deal aligns with SoftBank's wider push into AI-linked computing and infrastructure assets.Read more

30 Dec 2025

Care Property Invest NV has acquired the Emera Alicante Residential Care Centre in Spain, planning to house 139 residents in 122 rooms by 2028, with an investment of around EUR 14.4 million. This acquisition strengthens the company's presence in the European healthcare real estate sector, following its ongoing strategy of investing in high-quality senior living facilities. By expanding its portfolio with modern, well-located care centres, Care Property Invest aims to meet the growing demand for residential care while ensuring stable long-term returns and supporting sustainable growth in its investment base.Read more

30 Dec 2025

Dubai's rental housing market is expected to enter a phase of moderation in 2026, with experts forecasting rent corrections of up to 5% during low-demand periods. The shift is being driven by rising vacancy rates, seasonal pressure on mid-term rentals, and a growing preference for long-term leasing and homeownership. Rather than a downturn, the adjustment reflects a transition toward a more balanced and predictable market. As supply increases and tenant behaviour evolves, income stability, asset positioning and rental strategy are set to become more important than headline rental growth, signalling a more mature phase for Dubai's residential sector.Read more

30 Dec 2025

Umm Al Qura for Development and Construction has completed the sale of two plots of land within its Masar destination in Makkah. The combined book value of the plots is SAR 93.4 million, while the transaction value totals SAR 228.4 million, reflecting a sizable premium. Masar is a major mixed-use redevelopment project near the Grand Mosque, with residential, hospitality and commercial components. The land sale aligns with the company's ongoing strategy of monetising assets to support funding needs and balance sheet management.Read more

30 Dec 2025

Veteran author and voice actor Tom Bodett has reached a settlement with Motel 6, ending a lawsuit over the alleged unauthorised use of his name and voice following the breakdown of their long-standing professional relationship. Bodett, who became synonymous with the brand through its iconic tagline, had accused the motel chain's new ownership of continuing to use his identity after missing a contractual payment and after ties were severed. The settlement, disclosed in a federal court filing, brings closure to a dispute that drew attention due to Bodett's near 40-year association with the brand and his role in shaping its advertising legacy.Read more

30 Dec 2025

Digico Infrastructure REIT has received State Significant Development approval for the expansion of its Syd1 data centre in Ultimo, New South Wales. The clearance was granted by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure and allows the REIT to proceed with development at a strategically located Sydney site. The project forms part of Digico's broader digital infrastructure portfolio and supports rising demand for data centre capacity driven by cloud services and data growth. The approval provides regulatory certainty and enables the next phase of execution.Read more

30 Dec 2025

Vinhomes JSC has approved a plan to raise up to 4.5 trillion dong, or about USD 171 million, through a bond issuance to restructure its debt, as per a recent regulatory filing. The move is aimed at refinancing existing obligations rather than funding expansion. The decision reflects broader efforts by Vietnamese property developers to manage liabilities amid tighter credit conditions and a more regulated bond market. As the largest listed residential developer in Vietnam, Vinhomes continues to focus on balance sheet stability and liquidity management.Read more

29 Dec 2025

Vista Land & Lifescapes Inc has obtained a five-year corporate note facility worth PHP 13.61 billion, reinforcing its medium-term funding base. The facility, secured in the past week, adds to the company's diversified financing mix and provides flexibility for refinancing, working capital, or ongoing project needs. As one of the Philippines largest residential developers, Vista Land continues to rely on longer-tenure debt instruments to align funding with project cycles, at a time when developers are focused on liquidity and balance sheet discipline amid a cautious market environment.Read more