Topic page on {?keyword?} | ABS-CBN News

Young workers opt for co-living amid traffic-choked Metro Manila

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Nov 09 10:49 AM

MANILA—Many young professionals in the capital region are seeking for co-living facilities near their workplaces than endure hours-long commute, a real estate service company said. Read more »

Robinsons Land income rises 12 percent to P7.3-B

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 05 08:42 PM

Rental income from Robinsons Land Corp's malls, office buildings, hotels and resorts were all up, the company said.  Read more »

How POGOs are helping the economy but driving local homeowners out of their homes

Timi Nubla
Posted at Oct 27 09:36 PM

Condo units that used to cost Php 100,000 per sqm now fetch as much as Php 360,000 per sqm. And POGOs get preferential treatment. “They have a higher budget, pay up to one year in advance, and their checks don’t bounce.” Read more »

Keppel says to invest at least $300 million in 'choice city' Manila next year

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Oct 25 11:40 AM

Singapore's Keppel Land is looking to make another investment in Manila over the next year, said to be as big as its $300-million Podium venture with the SM group. Keppel Philippines Properties president Oh Lock Soon says as more multinationals move to Asia to take advantage of its young population, Manila has emerged as a 'choice city.' Read more »

Hong Kong businessman pays almost $1 million for parking space

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Oct 24 01:45 PM

Hong Kong might be heading for recession after months of violent protests but that hasn't stopped one businessman from forking out almost $1 million for a parking spot.   Read more »

SoftBank in talks to take control of WeWork

Agence France-Presse
Updated as of Oct 22 08:20 AM

Japan-based SoftBank is ready to buy a controlling stake in WeWork, providing the shared office space startup desperately needed funding at a slashed valuation, a source told AFP on Monday.  Read more »

A winning investment for the future

Bristol
Updated as of Oct 07 04:37 PM

Located at Filinvest City’s 'Millionaires’ Row,' Bristol at Parkway Place offers up to 60 percent returns on your investment. Read more »

WeWork founder Neumann: an unconventional leader steps aside

Juliette Michel, Agence France-Presse
Posted at Sep 25 07:16 AM

WeWork co-founder Adam Neumann, whose unconventional approach to business and governance pushed boundaries on Wall Street and Silicon Valley, stepped down as chief executive on Tuesday.  Read more »

SM 'not that concerned' over offshore gaming woes with 'minimal exposure'

Cathy Yang, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Sep 11 09:56 PM

SM Prime Holdings has “very few” Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGO) take up, while its residential business has “less than 5 percent” of direct sales to buyers from mainland China, SM Investment Corp president and CEO Frederic DyBuncio said. Read more »

Hong Kong protests fuel buyer interest in Australia, New Zealand luxury homes

Mell Chun and Jonathan Barrett, Reuters
Posted at Aug 27 11:02 AM

Hong Kong buying enquiries for expensive Australian and New Zealand homes have ramped up due to anti-government protests in the Chinese-ruled city, according to property agents and real estate data, as wealthy investors look for a safe haven. Read more »

Manila real property tax cuts to start in 2020

Katrina Domingo, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 22 05:02 PM

Real property tax in the capital city will be reduced by 20 percent next year, after Mayor Isko Moreno signed Thursday an ordinance that sought to provide economic relief for Manila residents. Read more »

REITs seen set for take off with regulations in place

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 15 04:10 PM

Real Estate Investment Trusts or REITs are poised to take off this year with regulators set to approve implementing rules as early as September, Philippine Stock Exchange Director Vivian Yuchengco says. For real estate services firm, JLL Philippines, this will help spur investment activity in the property sector. Read more »

'Strong' office space demand from POGOs remain: property firm

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 15 11:04 AM

Developers will continue to find space for offshore gaming as long as they’re allowed to operate in the country, JLL Philippines country head Christophe Vicic said. Read more »

40 percent real estate tax cut approved in Manila, Mayor Isko says

Katrina Domingo, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Aug 08 08:39 AM

MANILA - The city council of Manila has passed an ordinance that would cut real estate tax rates in the capital city by 40 percent in a span of 3 years, Mayor Isko Moreno said Wednesday. Read more »

Ayala Land income up 12 percent to P15.2 billion in 1H

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 05 04:33 PM

 Ayala Land posted a 12 percent increase in net income to P15.2 billion in the first six months of 2019, the company said Monday. Read more »

More Japanese brands crop up in Philippines as tourism grows

Jamaine Punzalan, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 03 07:53 AM

The growing number of Filipino tourists to Japan is stoking demand for more Japanese brands and products, and investors are responding. Coming soon: Japan's "smart toilets" and earthquake dampers in BGC. Read more »

Condo rental tinutulak pataas ng POGO pero ilang Tsino inirereklamo

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 01 08:40 PM

Kasabay ng paglago ng Philippine offshore gaming operation ang pagmahal ng upa sa condo unit sa ilang lugar sa bansa.  Read more »

New Department of Human Settlements to meet with private builders

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jul 30 12:23 AM

The new Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development is set to hold a meeting with private builders to discuss issues about socialized housing. Read more »

5 things you didn’t know about The Estate Makati, Ayala Avenue's most coveted address

Partner Feature
Posted at Jul 28 08:39 PM

Everybody's talking about The Estate Makati which is set to be Ayala's crown jewel when it is completed come 2023. Here are a few things that might be causing the buzz. Read more »

How the world’s top architects shaped the best buildings in the world

Partner Feature
Posted at Jul 22 04:48 PM

These iconic buildings have not only become landmarks in their respective locales, they have become highlights in the careers of their respective architects.  Read more »