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The Edge Magazine | Volume 6

Learn how 5G will impact the office of the future, why the grocery store has changed forever and join the conversation on global sustainability.

Research • Logistics

APAC Cold Storage Logistics: A Fast Growing Sector Riding on Vaccine and E-Commerce

Cold storage logistics is a sector that has gained traction in recent months. In this report we analyse the key factors driving the demand for cold storage in Asia Pacific and the opportunities for investments in this sector.

Shaun Brodie • 09/12/2020

Insights • Office

APAC Office Fit-Out Cost Guide 2020

02/12/2020

Research • Data Center

Asia Pacific Data Centre MarketBeats | Autumn/Winter 2020

Kevin Imboden • 18/11/2020

Research • Topical Report

New Perspective: From Pandemic to Performance

Research • Workplace

Workplace Ecosystems of the Future

David Smith • 21/12/2020

Insights • Investment

Reclaim 2020: H2 Insights

Matthew Bouw • 14/07/2020

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Commentary

Insights • Commentary

Policy Watch Singapore: Budget 2021

As the country climbs back from the steep recession, the latest budget is calibrated towards the safe reopening of the economy and those who lagged behind, including the hardest-hit sectors and vulnerable social segments as well as initiatives that aim to generate the most bang for the buck in the long term.

Xian Yang Wong • 16/02/2021

Insights • Office

Office REITs Still Viable Investments despite Challenges in Office Market

With the office market continuing to face significant challenges as working from home is expected to remain widespread and a rise in retrenchments resulting in a number of firms giving up spaces, many investors are wondering – are office REITs still a viable investment?

19/11/2020

Insights • Occupier

Navigating the shifts in commercial landlord-tenant dynamics

Mark Lampard • 09/09/2020

Insights • Office

Lower demand with remote working

01/09/2020

Insights • Occupier

How the pandemic is changing office space

01/09/2020

Insights • Occupier

Commentary on URA Q2 2020 Office and Retail Statistics

Xian Yang Wong • 28/07/2020

Insights • Occupier

Commentary on URA Q2 2020 Private Residential Statistics

Xian Yang Wong • 28/07/2020

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MarketBeats

MarketBeat • Insights

Office MarketBeat Report

13/01/2021

MarketBeat • Insights

Retail MarketBeat Report

13/01/2021

MarketBeat • Insights

Industrial MarketBeat Report

13/01/2021

MarketBeat • Insights

Investment MarketBeat Report

13/01/2021

Investor

Insights • Facilities Managment

Changing Needs and Covid-19 Driving Facility Management Companies to Raise Their Game

The Covid-19 pandemic accelerated the pace of technological adoption across the built environment, and especially within facilities management.

Chee Kit Ho • 15/10/2020

Research • Investment

Real Estate Opportunities in Post-COVID-19 Recession

This report will examine the performance of commercial assets acquired during previous recessions and detail the capital gains subsequently enjoyed by the investors.

Shaun Poh • 27/07/2020

Insights • Investment

What antidote does the real estate market really need?

19/02/2020

Insights • Investment

Singapore counts among the top 10 Global Data Centre Markets

Brenda Ong • 21/01/2020

Insights • Investment

Shophouses: Kampong Glam and Little India Poised to Be the Next Growth Areas

21/06/2019

Insights • Investment

Ongoing makeover to drive Beach Road’s commercial markets

25/03/2019

Insights • Investment

How Will Singapore Budget 2019 Impact the Real Estate Industry?

20/02/2019

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Logistics & Industrial

Industry 4.0 in the Context of the COVID-19 Outbreak

Insights • Investment

Another push for Industry 4.0 with virus outbreak

Supply chains have undergone tremendous pressure recently due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Recent reports document how the distribution of goods has been disrupted by the shutting down of factories in China on a massive scale and transport links having been cut to contain the virus.

Dennis Yeo • 24/02/2020

Insights • Investment

Is Technology Enough to Help Singapore Manufacturing Compete with its SEA Neighbours?

In Cushman & Wakefield's Global Manufacturing Risk Index 2019 report, Singapore was ranked number 5 in the top locations for global manufacturers seeking a politically stable base. Singapore’s regulatory climate along with sound intellectual property controls make it a favourable destination for manufacturers looking to operate a hub.

08/05/2019

Insights • Investment

Continued Tapering in Industrial Government Land Sales Boon for Singapore Industrial Market

06/05/2019

Insights • Investment

Cloud: The New Frontier in Manufacturing

Dennis Yeo • 24/04/2019

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Office

Insights • Occupier

Navigating the New Normal in Post-COVID Singapore

This webinar was tailored specifically for commercial and industrial occupiers to understand the macroeconomic issues to help them formulate their real estate strategies as the economy prepares for a full recovery.

Brenda Ong • 26/06/2020

Insights • Workplace

REIMAGINE: How & Where The World Will Work | Asia Pacific webinar

Last month we launched an unprecedented report, The Future of Workplace based on our findings of the current work from home experience. We have now captured more than 2.5 million data points from over 50,000 workers all over the globe - the largest survey on the impact of COVID-19 on the way we work. We will share our findings, discuss what is the role of the office and reimagine how and where we will live and work in the future.

23/06/2020

Insights • Occupier

Singapore Real Estate in the context of COVID-19

Mark Lampard • 02/03/2020

Insights • Occupier

What’s New in Property: All Signs Point to an Inflection Point for Office Market 2020

27/01/2020

Insights • Occupier

How Landlords Can Harness the Corporate Co-working Trend

31/07/2019

Insights • Occupier

Coworking: Still a Demand Driver in Singapore Office Market

16/07/2019

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Retail & Hospitality

Insights • Occupier

Maintaining Singapore’s Most Iconic Mall Throughout Lockdown

Adjusting and maintaining HVAC systems during Singapore’s Circuit Breaker.

10/07/2020

Insights • Occupier

Athleisure trends here to stay

Athleisure, especially the sneaker culture, is growing in popularity as the idea of a multifunctional wardrobe takes off amongst consumers across ages.

06/11/2019

Insights • Investment

Is Singapore Retail in Trouble?

24/06/2019

Insights • Occupier

Impact of Technology on the Singapore Retail Market

Xian Yang Wong • 17/06/2019

Insights • Investment

Development Charge Hike for Singapore Hotel Developments Could Stunt Investments

20/03/2019

Insights • Investment

Singapore Hotel Investments Heating Up

27/02/2019

Insights • Investment

Fertile Ground: Orchard Road Shopping to Be Revitalized

11/02/2019

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Regional Insights

Research • Retail

2020 Seoul High Street Retail

In this report, we analyze the performance of six major high streets in Seoul in 2020 amidst the impact of COVID-19 and look at post-pandemic strategies that retailers can implement in their path towards recovery.

Philip Jin • 17/03/2021

Insights • Sustainability

Energy Management Makes Good Business Sense

With Covid-19, energy management takes on another level – that of ensuring the air within a building is well circulated and sanitized. As smart energy technologies continue to be experimented and embraced by companies in Thailand, building owners will see the benefits of applying these systems to their facilities, mitigating the pressure on power and helping to manage cost.

Gareth Michael Powell • 26/03/2021

Insights • Investment

Josh Cullen: Cross-border Investment into Australia in 2021

Josh Cullen • 15/03/2021

Research • Industrial

Philippine Industrial Market Spotlight

Claro Cordero Jr. • 27/01/2021

Insights • Investment

Global Capability Centres - Making India the Cradle of Global R&D

Kapil Kanala • 18/12/2020

Insights • Occupier

On the Street: Tokyo

Yurie Niino • 07/12/2020

Insights • Investment

Why is India manufacturing set to expand after COVID-19?

Anshul Jain • 09/09/2020

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Global Insights

Insights • Investment

The Signal Report: Global Guide to CRE Investing in 2021

Our Chief Economist, our Head of Capital Markets Research and our Head of the Cross-Border Capital Markets group provide a quarter-by-quarter guide to investments in CRE in 2021.

David Bitner • 26/02/2021

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Research • Data Center

2021 Global Data Center Market Comparison

Explore a unique way to assess and score primary and emerging data center markets.

Kevin Imboden • 22/01/2021

Insights • Office

Purpose of Place: History and Future of the Office

David Smith • 29/10/2020

Research • Economy

Global Office Impact Study & Recovery Timing Report

Kevin Thorpe • 22/09/2020

Research • Workplace

Workplace Ecosystems of the Future

David Smith • 21/12/2020

Research • Industrial

2020 Global Manufacturing Risk Index

Lisa Graham • 25/06/2020

Research • Economy

Coronavirus Impact on Global Property Markets

Kevin Thorpe • 14/05/2020

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