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Global real estate market sinks to a new low
The real estate sector took a pounding in 2013, with record lows forecast for foreign investment on a global scale. But on a regional level, the Asia-Pacific is seeing increased investment in the sector in what is thought to be an emerging trend.
London leading European destination for FDI in 2013
London was the most attractive destination for European FDI in 2013, with more than double the number of projects as second placed Paris.
Brooklyn emerges from Manhattan's shadow
With real estate space at an astronomical premium in the traditional centre of New York City – Manhattan – investors are looking over the river to Brooklyn, which a wave of new developments is transforming into the next big location.
The rise of the aerotropolis
Vast business parks with leisure and residential areas attached to airports are becoming increasingly prominent throughout Europe, driven by companies wanting fast access to international markets, and cities keen to attract these multinational firms.
Mena’s manufacturing on the rise
Government efforts to move away from a reliance on hydrocarbons and into manufacturing are paying dividends, writes Barbara Njau, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading the way.
Cyprus's feel-good factor
While neighbouring countries descend into turmoil, Cyprus is busy moving on from its downturn, finding alternative markets for its real-estate sector and incentivising investment.
Japan is 2013’s biggest investor into ASEAN region
Japan has ended traditional US dominance with investments worth $9.2bn this year
GCC property market shows an uneven recovery
The economic crisis of 2008 and beyond made its presence felt across the property markets of the Gulf Co-operation Council, with some countries affected worse than others. Among the hardest hit was Dubai, but the emirate is showing strong signs of recovery.
M&A deals in western Europe hits low point
M&A activity involving western European target companies is down in August, according to M&A tracker Zephyr.
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