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The resumption of economic activity is underway across Asia Pacific and conversations within corporate and real estate circles have pivoted towards re-entry.

The latest trends in office markets for Q3 2019 across Asia Pacific

The latest trends in real estate markets for office, retail, residential, industrial and hotel properties.

After lacklustre leasing performance in the first three quarters of 2019, Asia Pacific volumes finished of high notes.

No one and nothing has been left untouched by the virus – Covid-19.

Highlights from the report include: Retailers focus on restoring business profitability as consumers return to stores Rents for premium locations in shopping centres remain under strong pressure as impact of the pandemic continues to be felt across the region Retailers are cautious about committing to leases amid challenging conditions and uncertain outlook

Highlights from the report include: Subdued leasing activity caused rents to decline 1.3% in aggregate, however Seoul, Manila and Osaka shine as bright spots Economic uncertainty, and softening demand coupled with large supply volumes are likely to maintain downward pressure on rents Fiscal and monetary policies across the region coupled with investors’ long-term view will provide support to capital values

Highlights from the report include: Rents affected by slow leasing activity and price growth generally muted in the wake of the pandemic Stronger sales performance as pent-up demand is relieved in several markets Loose monetary policies in response to ongoing risks related to the pandemic and weak economy may prop buyer sentiment

International investors underline their commitment and confidence in major Asia Pacific real estate markets.

JLL launches its first whitepaper on China proptech - Reimagine the Future of Real Estate, discussing how to achieve sustainable growth through proptech innovation in China

This report aims to explain the background behind UrbanLab, introduce the technology companies selected for the first cohort, and examine the results and lessons from this initiative so far.

A fresh look at understanding the next mega city-region. The paper explores the development prospects in the GBA, and provides investors and developers with insight and forecast on the commercial real estate market.