In Q1 2021, the property investment sector saw a slight pick-up in transaction volume, where there was positive YOY growth in office, industrial and retail sectors.

Despite the overall negative net take-up recorded at -459,400 sq. ft. NFA as of Q1 2021, office leasing sentiment has slightly picked up.

Business parks in Shanghai; Singapore's commercial sector; industrial and logistics property in Australia and Taiwan; retail property sales in Australia; investment opportunities in China and Hong Kong; Philippines' economic recovery; and a recap of the office sector for Q1 in China, Korea and Singapore.

Following a survey to understand how occupiers have been adapting to remote working and its effect on productivity and operational effectiveness, we look at some actions that organisations can take to prepare for the future of work as offices reopen.