Discover the Best of Phuket: Thailand’s Pearl of the Andaman Sea There’s a reason Phuket is often called the pearl of the Andaman Sea. With its crystal-clear waters, lush jungles, and vibrant culture, this tropical paradise is more than just a beach destination—it’s the gateway to some of Thailand’s most iconic experiences. From the moment you arrive, Phuket invites you to explore its beauty...
It won’t blow up the financial system, but it will be scary Over the past decade owning a house has meant easy money. Prices rose reliably for years and then went bizarrely ballistic in the pandemic. Yet today if your wealth is tied up in bricks and mortar it is time to get nervous. House prices are now falling in nine rich economies. The drops in America are small so far, but in the wildest markets...
Thailand Rises as a Dominant Player in Southeast Asia’s Luxury Real Estate Market A notable trend across the region is the rise of branded residences, which blend luxury living with professional management, appealing to UHNWIs seeking both lifestyle and investment returns. Southeast Asia’s luxury real estate market has seen remarkable growth in 2025, positioning itself as a vibrant and...
Bangkok’s condominium surplus is projected to worsen after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar caused widespread destruction to thousands of buildings and shook high-rise structures in Bangkok, discouraging potential buyers. Key takeaways The Myanmar earthquake worsens Bangkok’s condo oversupply as buyer confidence plummets. Developers face increased inspection costs, while smaller firms...
Mark Zuckerberg, the billionaire CEO of Meta, was just revealed to be the buyer of a 15,000 square foot mansion in Washington, D.C. The $23 million cash sale is the third-most expensive in the city's history. The home, located in the Woodland Normanstone neighborhood, was purchased by a mystery buyer in early March. Politico, which broke the story, noted that, shortly after the deal went through, images...
As of March 2025, Thailand's real estate market is experiencing significant growth in several regions, driven by strategic developments and economic shifts. Here are the top three fastest-growing real estate markets in Thailand: 1. Rayong and the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC): Rayong, located along Thailand's eastern seaboard, is a focal point for industrial and commercial real estate development....
Thailand's real estate market is expected to experience steady growth in 2024–2025, with some key trends including: Luxury properties Demand for luxury condos and beachfront villas is increasing, particularly in areas like Pattaya, Hua Hin, and Koh Samui. Mixed-use developments These developments are becoming more popular, especially with expatriates, as they offer a variety of spaces in one...
Thai property market down 13%, with transferred units at lowest level since 2018. Thailand Business News Thai property market down 13%, with transferred units at lowest level since 2018 Real Estate promotion billboards in downtown Bangkok Real Estate promotion billboards in downtown Bangkok In the first quarter of 2024, the transfer of residential properties in Thailand decreased by 13%...
By Zhou Lanxu | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-12-18 20:14 China has executed housing acquisition projects in more than 10 cities, converting unsold commercial homes to more than 10,000 units of affordable housing in the latest progress of the country's ratcheted-up efforts to stabilize the real estate market, industry data indicated. The participating cities include Chongqing and others in...
In 2024, the JP Morgan Asia Credit Non-Investment Grade Index continued to build on its positive total return with the index up by 16.1% year-to-date (as of November 8), outperforming both US and European high yield (HY) indexes.1 The high total return has been driven by spread tightening across various sectors aside from just the real estate sector, as evidenced in Table 1. Table 1 – JP Morgan Asia...
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