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The Edge | Volume 5

Read about how COVID-19 is hitting the reset button on the global economy, why ghost kitchens are restaurants’ response to the pandemic, how the Virtual Technician is a game-changer, what shopping malls need to do to survive coronavirus and more.

Insights • Investment

Reclaim 2020: H2 Insights

COVID-19 has disrupted commercial real estate markets globally. Over the last quarter, countries across the region have taken small steps towards recovery and these movements point to Asia Pacific leading the world out of recession.

Matthew Bouw • 14/07/2020

Research • Economy

New Perspective: From Pandemic to Performance

22/09/2020

Research • Investment

The Rise and Rise of ASEAN

Dominic Brown • 08/07/2020

Research • Workplace

The Future of Workplace

19/08/2020

Research • Workplace

Recovery Readiness: A How-to Guide for Reopening your Workplace

02/09/2020

recovery readiness guide 2.0 card (image)

Research • Investment

2020 Asia Pacific Office Outlook

James Shepherd • 25/03/2020

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Commentary

Insights • Occupier

Navigating the shifts in commercial landlord-tenant dynamics

The Singapore office market has steadily shifted from a landlord-friendly to a neutral tenant-friendly market as leasing activity continues to soften.

Christine Li • 09/09/2020

Insights • Office

Lower demand with remote working

The demand for new office space in Singapore in the near term is likely to remain weak because remote working is continuing to be the default mode of operation, even after the circuit breaker.

Christine Li • 01/09/2020

Insights • Occupier

How the pandemic is changing office space

Christine Li • 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

Insights • Occupier

Commentary on Q2 2020 JTC quarterly statistics and review of Q2 2020 industrial market

Christine Li • 23/07/2020

Insights • Investment

Analysis on Singapore’s Government Land Sales Programme for H2 2020

Christine Li • 24/06/2020

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Marketbeats

MarketBeat • Insights

Office Marketbeat Report

Christine Li • 14/10/2020

MarketBeat • Insights

Retail Marketbeat Report

Christine Li • 14/10/2020

MarketBeat • Insights

Industrial MarketBeat Report

Christine Li • 14/10/2020

MarketBeat • Insights

Investment Marketbeat Report

Christine Li • 14/10/2020

Investor

Insights • Facilities Management

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.

Christine Li • 27/07/2020

Insights • Investment

What antidote does the real estate market really need?

Christine Li • 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?

Christine Li • 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

Christine Li • 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.

Christine Li • 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

Christine Li • 27/01/2020

Insights • Occupier

Coworking: Still a Demand Driver in Singapore Office Market

Christine Li • 16/07/2019

Insights • Occupier

How Landlords Can Harness the Corporate Co-working Trend

31/07/2019

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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.

Chia Chee Pay • 06/11/2019

Insights • Investment

Is Singapore Retail in Trouble?

Chia Chee Pay • 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

Christine Li • 20/03/2019

Insights • Investment

Singapore Hotel Investments Heating Up

27/02/2019

Insights • Investment

Fertile Ground: Orchard Road Shopping to Be Revitalized

Christine Li • 11/02/2019

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Regional Insights

Research • Data Center

Asia Pacific Data Centre Update | Spring/Summer 2020

Telecoms, operators, and REITs are adding half a gigawatt of capacity across major markets in Asia, with development undeterred by COVID-19.

Kevin Imboden • 13/07/2020

Research • Investment

Philippine Property Market News (September 2020)

This September report summarizes the latest news and trends in key Philippine property market sub-sectors.

Claro Cordero Jr. • 01/10/2020

Insights • Investment

Haneda: From An Airport To An Aerotropolis

Erika Watanabe • 14/08/2020

Insights • Investment

Covid-19 A Catalyst for Vietnam Manufacturing

Paul Tonkes • 30/07/2020

Insights • Investment

COVID-19 and Indian Real Estate: What Does the Future Hold?

Rohan Sharma • 23/06/2020

Insights • Investment

6 More Asia Pacific Capital Flows Webinar Questions Answered

James Shepherd • 22/04/2020

Research • Investment

Australia National Investment Report (March 2020)

John Sears • 21/04/2020

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Global Insights

Research • Economy

Global Office Impact Study & Recovery Timing Report

An analysis of COVID-19’s impact on the office sector: forecasts and outcomes.

Kevin Thorpe • 22/09/2020

Research • Workplace

The Future of Workplace

How will COVID-19 and data shape the new workplace?

19/08/2020

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

Research • Forecast / Outlook

Demographic Shifts: The World in 2030

Dominic Brown • 07/01/2020

Research • Workplace

Porto Office Market

Marta Costa • 23/01/2019

Research • Coworking

Warsaw's office stock nears the 5.5 million sq m mark.

Mark Freeman • 14/05/2019

High rise offices, skyline view, Warsaw, Poland

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