What happened, and who moved.
US Census Bureau data shows single-family housing construction weakened in June as higher mortgage rates and elevated inventories of unsold homes pressured residential development.
India's Ministry of Power is creating a dedicated electricity infrastructure roadmap to support rapid data centre growth driven by AI, cloud computing, and digital services.
Seoul's ultra-high-end apartment market is recovering, with Apgujeong's Shinhyundai 11 trading at 10.5 billion won, though transactions have halved ahead of Korea's upcoming tax reform.
Ha Jung-woo, former presidential AI secretary, warns AI data centers risk burdening the public and should serve Korean industries rather than global big tech.
China's Z.ai has completed a 1GW data center built entirely with domestic chips, using over 10,000 semiconductors, the largest among Chinese AI firms, and begun partial operation.
Wall Street banks including BlackRock and Morgan Stanley are emerging as key winners of the AI boom, arranging tens of billions of dollars in data center financing and reshaping capital markets.
A major infrastructure project—a 900-crore double-decker flyover in Shahberi—is expected to catalyze real estate development and economic activity in the Greater Noida West region.
New rapid transit corridor connecting Ghaziabad to Noida International Airport expected to catalyze real estate development in the surrounding markets.
Commercial and residential landlords and strata corporations in British Columbia face a 7 percent increase on key operational costs effective October 1, 2026.
Portuguese residential property prices have reached a historic high following a 19.8% price increase, according to Idealista News reporting on market activity.
Seoul will apply general FAR and building coverage standards to closed school sites developed into public, cultural, or sports facilities, easing rules and boosting housing supply capacity.
Cape Town's clean financial audit and infrastructure investment are attracting significant property investment and supporting commercial real estate demand.
Kenyan banks are increasing private-sector lending capacity amid stronger deposits and improved liquidity, while tightening credit standards for real estate and wealth managers cite structural challenges dampening residential demand.
Samsung SDS targets 6.6 trillion won in annual data center revenue by 2031, expanding AI data centers in Haenam and Gumi and growing its DBO design-build-operate business to over 500 MW.
Presidential Policy Chief Kim Yong-beom outlined differentiated taxation on ultra-luxury homes, a possible capital gains tax adjustment to spur sales, and rejected redevelopment as a "master key" for housing supply.
Curious which type of home is leading today's housing market? Lawrence Yun explains the latest trends and what they mean for today's buyers and sellers.
Gwangju's Champions City, a large complex development on a former textile mill site, gains momentum as an 800 trillion won semiconductor cluster plan boosts the local property market ahead of September apartment sales.
Xi S&D CEO Koo Bon-sam vows defect-free construction as its premium, targeting 2 trillion won in orders and expanding into senior housing and AI data centers.
Brookfield and GIC completed an acquisition of National Storage REIT for A$6.7 billion, announced by Institutional Real Estate, Inc. in June 2026. This transaction is classified as a real estate deal involving capital markets activity.
This is a deal announcement published by Institutional Real Estate, Inc. on May 11, 2026, reporting that CICT is acquiring an integrated property asset comprising retail, office, and medical components. The item is categorized as a capital markets and economy transaction.
This is a deal announcement published by Institutional Real Estate, Inc. in April 2026 documenting the formation of a joint venture between Prologis and GIC valued at US$1.6 billion to develop build-to-suit logistics properties in the United States.
This is a deal-transaction article published by Institutional Real Estate, Inc. on March 11, 2026, reporting on the sale of a Seoul office asset for 1.28 trillion Korean won.
Weekly market briefing covering inflation trends and multifamily sector pressures in the Austin market.
The first shock was due to the supply-chain chaos in 2021 through 2022. The second shock is now, it's huge, and it's due to the AI investment boom.
REINZ data reports declines in both national house prices and transaction volumes during June.
This is a market report published by Real Estate Asia in July 2026 covering luxury home prices in Hong Kong, which rose 8 percent in 2026. The report is tagged as economy news covering the Asia-Pacific region, specifically Hong Kong and Singapore.
Ontario real estate brokerages are getting a new piece of homework, courtesy of their regulator. Starting October 1, 2026, every brokerage in the province will have to attest to and submit an annual financial filing to the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) — a requirement meant to give RECO a clearer, more…
A dispute between two parties and a ruling from the Texas Supreme Court underscore the importance of looking for red flags in any negotiation. The post Seeing Red: When Is Fraud Not Fraud? appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Mays Business School at Texas A&M University expands real estate education to more students. The post New Real Estate Programs Meet a Growing Industry Demand appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Owning land in Texas doesn't necessarily mean it can be used without restriction. The post Regulation is Part and Parcel of Texas Landownership appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
To successfully protest your property tax appraisal in Texas, you must be prepared and understand your rights. The post Building a Strong Case for Your Property Appraisal Protest appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Electronic signatures are gaining in popularity, forcing the courts to get involved to prove who signed what. The post Is That Really Your Signature? appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Nonstop highway construction can be inconvenient, but infrastructure investment matters—not just for drivers, but for manufacturers who depend on mobility to keep their products moving. The post Can Texas Manufacturers Get There from Here? appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
After driving more than 8,000 miles and visiting 91 small towns, it became clear what helps make small towns in Texas thrive. The post End of the Road: What I Learned From Small Towns in Texas appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
How to measure the true economic impact Texas A&M University’s first-ever College Football Playoff game will have on Aggieland. The post Home Field Economic Advantage? appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Lockhart’s barbecue may draw the crowds, but its architecture, artisans, and growing community keep them coming back. The post Lockhart: The Barbecue Capital of Texas appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
This summer, the Aggie Real Estate Network celebrated its 50th birthday, and the journey to becoming a comprehensive professional network is an undeniable testament to the vision of its founders and the enduring Aggie spirit. The post From Yoponderosa to Network Powerhouse: A Brief History of the Aggie Real Estate…
Today, I pointed my Jeep toward the “Second Hill Country” located northwest of Waco. Crossing the Highway 6 bridge over Lake Waco, the topography begins to change dramatically. The post Trek Through Texas’ ‘Second Hill Country’ appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Produced water is already helping oil companies use less freshwater, but with further development, it could have broader uses. The post The Future of Produced Water Recycling in Texas appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Come for the popular antique fair but stay for the culture and craftsmanship. The post Round Top: A Small Town with a Big Impact on the Arts, Architecture, and Antiques appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Statutes and regulations treat water and produced water differently because they are different. The post Whose Water Is It Anyway? Supreme Court Addresses Produced Water appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
About 30 miles southeast of Houston are two coastal towns with all the elements needed to survive and thrive. The post Little Bitty in a Big City: Seabrook and Kemah appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Looking back at a year of blogging, and what’s next for The 338. The post A Year of The 338 appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Mortgage rates have dropped to the lowest they've been in 12 months. The post What Could This Week’s Mortgage Rate Drop Mean for Texas Homebuyers and Sellers? appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
The deer-hunting capital of Texas is thriving thanks to its proximity to Austin, outdoor recreation, and, of course, its barbecue. The post Barbecue and Bald Eagles in Llano, Texas appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center .
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation reports a six-percent decline in the annual rate of housing starts in June compared to May.
This is a data-driven news report published by the National Association of Home Builders' Eye on Housing in July 2026 covering national housing starts, noting that multifamily residential construction gains offset a decline in single-family starts. The item addresses trends across the multifamily and homebuilding sectors at the national level.
Die Zahl der bundesweit genehmigten Wohnungen ist im Mai gegenüber dem Vorjahresmonat deutlich gestiegen. Genehmigt sei noch aber lange nicht gebaut, mahnen Immobilienwirtschaftsverbände erneut gebetsmühlenartig und fordern von der Bundesregierung unter anderem, einen lange erwarteten Gesetzentwurf vorzulegen.
An economic downturn, geopolitical uncertainty, and a far-reaching societal transition are creating new conditions for the real estate sector. Industry representatives are calling for greater predictability, shorter regulatory processes, and a stronger focus on growth to enhance Sweden’s competitiveness. During a…
Swedish residential developer Bonava is seeing clear signs of a recovery in the country's housing market after a sluggish start to the year, driven by renewed investor appetite, stronger demand in prime locations and improved access to project financing. However, Michael Björklund, Head of Bonava Sweden, warns that…
The first policy speech by Prime Minister-in-waiting, Andy Burnham, coincided with the release of the latest Sentiment Survey undertaken by the House Builders Federation in collaboration with Quantum Development Finance, writes Richard Hemmings of Quantum Development Finance. The post Burnham’s ‘housing trap’: Why…
Located between the Phoenix and Tucson metros, Pinal County is the third-most populous in the state with its boundaries stretching nearly 5,400 square miles. As its neighbors to the north and south have seen economic expansion, so too has Pinal County, providing a place for businesses to locate where land and…
On Friday, June 12, NAIOP Arizona is hosting its Energy Economic Forecast at The Camby Hotel in Phoenix. NAIOP Arizona CEO Cheryl Lombard will moderate a discussion on Arizona’s evolving energy portfolio, how utilities are planning for unprecedented demand, what infrastructure investments are needed, and more.…
Canadian home prices did something unremarkable in June: nothing. The National Composite MLS Home Price Index was unchanged from May, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association's July 15 release . That flat reading ended a monthly decline that had run since January 2025. The pause arrived after buyers had…
On July 15, the Bank of Canada held its overnight rate at 2.25%, pointing to early signs of a broadening economic recovery. Policymakers say the economy is starting to turn a corner after a rough stretch shaped by tariffs, elevated uncertainty, and slower population growth — the labour market has stayed soft…
By any measure, Alberta is outperforming the rest of the country when it comes to getting shovels in the ground and homes built. The numbers tell the story. Alberta recorded a surge in housing starts in 2025, rising sharply year over year, while Ontario moved in the opposite direction, with starts falling and…
Ontario was sitting on roughly $10.5 billion in development charge (DC) reserves by the end of 2024, according to a recent report from Desjardins that argues municipalities have become overly accustomed to the fees as a source of revenue. More controversial still, DCs remain one of the most serious obstacles to new…
Massachusetts has long been at the forefront of innovation, from early internet companies to the biotech boom to emerging sectors like green energy and artificial intelligence. Now, it is looking to step up its game on defense. President Donald Trump's...
Terrell, Texas, located 30 minutes outside the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex in Kaufman County, is transforming from a quiet bedroom community into a massive hub for industry and retail. Known for its historical charm, Terrell is now expanding rapidly....
This is an economic update published by Wolf Street on July 16, 2026, reporting on U.S. retail sales activity excluding gas stations, noting a fifth consecutive month of increases, and discussing consumer spending patterns across online retail and vehicle dealerships relative to housing purchases.