Real Estate

The property market in Jordan is picking up, with a rise in the volume of transactions this year. Prices are also increasing, which whilst good news for investors, may exacerbate an already existing shortage of affordable housing for low- and middle-income residents.

Demand for residential and retail real estate in Qatar remains strong, largely as a result of demand outstripping supply. However, over the longer term, new space – particularly in retail – is set to come onto the market and will likely soften prices.

With rising demand for residential units starting to match interest in commercial space, Kuwait’s real estate sector appears set to see greater activity in the second half of the year. However, high prices and a shortage of supply in some segments may put a dampener on sales growth.

With a rule requiring Abu Dhabi government employees to live within the emirate set to come into effect in September, demand for residential real estate is expected to climb. However, certain segments of the market – particularly at the low end – remain soft.

The property sector in Malaysia has been attracting plenty of attention from foreign investors and could draw in even more. But after a period of strong price growth, new regulations on lending and slower economic expansion may cool the market, leading developers and the government to target projects and investment incentives more carefully.

El sector inmobiliario en México continúa presentando una fuerte recuperación a partir de la crisis financiera mundial, con vehículos de inversión que juegan un papel importante a la hora de impulsar el crecimiento y dirigir el mercado hacia la madurez.