02 Feb 2026

Presidio Property Trust has temporarily halted monthly dividend payments on its Series D preferred stock, while unpaid dividends will accrue at USD 0.19531 per share monthly. The company plans to save around USD 2.3 million annually through this step, which is intended to preserve liquidity amid market uncertainties. This suspension affects only Series D preferred shares and does not impact common stock dividends. Analysts view the move as a strategic financial adjustment rather than a sign of distress. Investors can expect accrued dividends to be payable when the company resumes payments.Read more

02 Feb 2026

Mapletree Pan Asia Commercial Trust reported third-quarter adjusted revenue of SGD 219.448 million, with net property income of SGD 164.9 million and a quarterly distribution of 2.05 Singapore cents per unit. The trust's performance remains steady due to consistent occupancy, diversified properties across Asia-Pacific, and active portfolio management. Despite regional economic fluctuations, revenue and property income have remained stable, supported by ongoing asset enhancement initiatives. Analysts see this as a sign of strong operational efficiency and resilient cash flow, reinforcing investor confidence in future distributions.Read more

02 Feb 2026

City Index Eleventh and related shareholders have raised their stake in Sankei Real Estate Inc to 13.51 percent from 11.22 percent, as shown in a regulatory filing released earlier this week. The move marks a continued increase in the investment group's exposure to the Tokyo-listed real estate firm. Sankei Real Estate is engaged in property development and asset management. While the filing confirms the higher shareholding, it does not outline the intent behind the purchase. The company has not commented on the increased stake.Read more

02 Feb 2026

British Land has agreed to acquire Life Science REIT in a deal valuing the trust at about GBP 150 million, or USD 207.1 million. The transaction marks British Land's entry into the life sciences real estate segment, expanding beyond its traditional focus on retail parks and mixed-use developments. Life Science REIT owns assets catering to research and laboratory occupiers, a sector that has seen sustained demand in the UK. The deal reflects British Land's strategy to diversify into property segments with long-term growth potential.Read more

02 Feb 2026

Platzer Fastigheter Holding AB has signed an eight-year lease for about 3,300 square metres of commercial space in Gamlestaden, with the contract valued at around SEK 73 million. The agreement, announced in the past week, highlights continued leasing activity in the Gothenburg property market. Although the tenant has not been named, the long tenure supports stable rental income for Platzer. Gamlestaden has seen ongoing redevelopment, and the deal fits Platzer's strategy of strengthening its commercial portfolio in key urban locations.Read more

02 Feb 2026

Britain's housing market is regaining momentum after a slowdown ahead of the November budget, with Zoopla reporting buyer interest in early 2026 similar to early 2024 but slightly below last year's levels. Mortgage rates have eased to the lowest since 2022, boosting confidence among buyers who had delayed decisions. House prices rose by 1.2% over the past year, especially in affordable regions. Rightmove and RICS data indicate recovery in asking prices and market expectations. Broader economic indicators, including strong retail sales and purchasing managers data, support prospects of faster early-year growth.Read more

02 Feb 2026

Hong Kong's private home prices rose 3.3% in 2025, marking the first annual increase since 2021, as lower interest rates and easing supply pressures lifted sentiment. Monthly prices increased for seven consecutive months, signalling a gradual recovery. Values, however, remain nearly 30% below their 2021 peak after years of decline caused by high borrowing costs, weak demand and population outflows. Government policy support, rate cuts and steady transactions have improved market conditions, with analysts forecasting further price gains in 2026.Read more

02 Feb 2026

Australian shares ended slightly lower, led by financial and real estate stocks affected by rate hike concerns, while rare-earth miners faced pressure from potential U.S. policy changes. The S&P/ASX 200 dipped marginally, with banks like Commonwealth Bank and Westpac declining over 1%. Rare-earth producers, including Lynas Rare Earth and Iluka Resources, dropped significantly amid reports that U.S. plans to guarantee minimum prices for critical minerals could be scaled back. Mining and energy sectors provided limited support, with BHP, Rio Tinto, and oil-related stocks seeing modest gains.Read more

02 Feb 2026

Vietnam's State Treasury raised 8.44 trillion dong, or USD 323.8 million, in its latest government bond auction, marking a decline from the previous week as investor participation softened. Only 58% of the bonds on offer were sold, taking total bond sales for the year to 24.4 trillion dong. Demand was concentrated in 10-year bonds, while longer and shorter tenors saw weak interest. Meanwhile, corporate bond activity remained modest, with large maturities ahead, especially in the real estate sector.Read more

01 Feb 2026

Vukile Property Fund Ltd is expected to announce the disposal of Castellana Properties portfolio of retail parks in Spain, with the share purchase consideration set at EUR 279 million. The transaction forms part of Vukile's broader capital recycling and portfolio optimisation strategy. Castellana has been active in Spain's retail park segment, focusing on open-air centres with value-oriented tenants. The proposed sale is aimed at unlocking value from mature assets, strengthening liquidity, and allowing the group to reassess its offshore exposure while maintaining financial discipline.Read more