15 Dec 2025

Shares of data centre REIT Fermi fell sharply on Friday after a prospective tenant withdrew from an agreement to provide up to USD 150 million for the company’s Texas facility. Although talks on a possible lease continue, the cancellation has triggered investor concern, particularly as the newly listed firm has yet to generate revenue and remains in its early growth phase.Read more

14 Dec 2025

Australian property firm Dexus has agreed to buy an additional 25 percent interest in Westfield Chermside, Brisbane, for AUD 683 million, doubling its total ownership to 50 percent alongside Scentre Group. This investment is part of the newly launched Dexus Strategic Investment Trust series, seeding its first fund and reflecting a 5 percent capitalisation rate. Westfield Chermside is one of Australia’s largest regional shopping centres by sales and gross lettable area and features more than 480 retailers. Scentre Group will continue managing the centre’s operations.Read more

14 Dec 2025

Britain’s housing market has slowed following the recent budget, with RICS reporting new buyer enquiries dropping to -32% in November, the weakest level since September 2023. Much of the survey was completed after the government announced a planned annual tax on homes worth over £2 million, set to begin in April 2028. While the high threshold limits immediate impact, leaked budget details also dampened activity. RICS noted the market has struggled for momentum due to affordability pressures and high borrowing costs. House price readings improved slightly to -16%, suggesting moderate adjustments. Overall, demand remains cautious, especially for high-value properties.Read more

14 Dec 2025

Cardinal Infrastructure Group, a Raleigh-based construction and infrastructure services company, raised about USD 241.5 million through its US initial public offering after pricing 11.5 million shares at USD 21 each. The valuation stood at nearly USD 769 million as the company prepared to list on Nasdaq under the ticker CDNL. The IPO came during a period when several other firms were also entering the market before the year-end slowdown. Cardinal, founded in 2013, has grown through acquisitions and reported stronger revenue and profit in the first nine months of this year compared with last year.Read more

14 Dec 2025

Canada saw a slight increase in its household debt-to-income levels in the past quarter, reflecting the continued pressure on families from borrowing costs and slower income growth. The debt-to-income ratio inched up to 174.8%, indicating that households owed nearly 1.75 times their disposable income. National net worth recorded a modest rise to about CAD 19.38 trillion, although per capita net worth dipped to around CAD 462,747. These movements highlight ongoing financial strain on individual households despite overall national balance sheets remaining stable.Read more

14 Dec 2025

Casagrand has made its international debut with the launch of Casagrand Hermina, a USD 120 million luxury residential project in Dubai Islands. The Chennai-based developer plans to build around 6 million sq ft of premium homes and mixed-use spaces across the UAE over the next three years. Casagrand Hermina will offer 131 upscale residences in a waterfront district, featuring spacious layouts, private pools, jacuzzis and modern design elements. The project is located in Dubai Islands, a key focus area under the Dubai 2040 Plan, with strong future connectivity and lifestyle infrastructure. The launch marks Casagrand's first step toward building a long-term global presence.Read more

14 Dec 2025

China Vanke has asked investors for a one-year extension on a 3.7 billion yuan (around USD 525 million) onshore bond that was set to mature later this month. The proposal keeps the interest rate unchanged at 3% during the additional year. Bondholders may offer their own suggestions before the vote takes place. This request follows another extension proposal for a 2 billion yuan onshore bond due the following week, with voting already underway. The move highlights continued liquidity pressure on Vanke as China's housing market remains slow.Read more

14 Dec 2025

Cardinal Infrastructure Group made a strong Nasdaq debut, with shares rising 9.5% to value the company at USD 842 million. The IPO raised USD 241.5 million through 11.5 million shares, priced initially between USD 20 and USD 22. Founded in 2013, Cardinal specializes in wet utility installations and site services, with acquisitions contributing around 27% of its growth. Its listing reflects continued investor confidence in specialized construction services, even amid selective IPO activity in the U.S. market, and sets the stage for further expansion in essential infrastructure projects.Read more

14 Dec 2025

A Norges Bank survey indicates that Norwegian companies have experienced a slight decline in capacity utilisation over the past three months and are anticipating slower growth in early 2026. Low housing construction, weak government demand, international trade tensions, and the completion of oil projects are expected to affect expansion. Employment plans have been modestly revised down, while wage growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026 were adjusted to 4.4% and 4.1%, respectively. Recent data also showed core inflation easing more than expected, reflecting a stabilising economic environment.Read more

14 Dec 2025

American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP announced a leadership change as John O’Neill stepped in as the new Chief Executive Officer. The company confirmed that Jonathan Korol resigned from the role earlier this week, leading to an immediate transition. AHIP, which owns a portfolio of select-service hotels across the United States and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, stated that the change was put in place without delay to ensure continuity in management. The appointment marks a significant shift for the REIT, which has undergone several operational adjustments over recent years to strengthen its performance.Read more