Listed property firms seen posting modest revenue growth this year

LISTED PROPERTY companies in the Philippines are expected to post modest revenue growth this year amid tepid economic expansion and elevated inventory in the office and residential segments, analysts said.

Metro Manila office rents seen to rise in some districts, analysts say

METRO MANILA’s key business districts are expected to face upward pressure on office rents this year, driven by strong demand from multinational firms and...

Developers set sights on expansion in 2026

PHILIPPINE PROPERTY developers are pressing ahead with expansion plans for 2026, guided by long-term demand and urbanization trends, while adopting cautious, phased strategies amid slower infrastructure spending and broader economic uncertainties.

Masterplanned golf course communities: Landscapes of play, stewardship, and community

By Felino Palafox, Jr.
GOLF is a sport on which the sun never sets. There are more than 38,000 golf courses across the world, and as such, the sport is played on six continents; with 82% of countries having golf courses, the majority of which are in the United States, followed by Japan, and then the United Kingdom.

Developers urged to revamp aging offices to boost take-up

OFFICE DEVELOPERS with aging buildings should invest in redevelopments and green upgrades to sustain tenant demand, as occupiers increasingly favor higher-quality workspaces, property consultants said.

Havitas Properties to enter affordable housing segment

HAVITAS PROPERTIES, INC. plans to enter the affordable housing segment this year with the launch of a residential project in Quezon province, according to...

Pump-priming industrial, leisure sectors seen to aid inclusive growth

By Joey Roi Bondoc
PHILIPPINE PROPERTY has been experiencing some headwinds. Despite this, potential for exponential growth beyond 2025 looks promising. Two sectors we need to focus on are...

Metro Manila rental yields may stay flat in 2026 — analysts

RENTAL YIELDS in Metro Manila’s residential market are expected to remain flattish next year amid weak investor demand and lingering condominium oversupply, property consultants said.

Manila leads APAC in flexible workspace demand — report

MANILA outperformed nine Asia-Pacific (APAC) cities in flexible workspace demand this year as multinational companies and business process outsourcing firms pursued more cost-efficient workspace...

Damosa Land upbeat on 2026 as Samal hotel launch nears

DAVAO-BASED property developer Damosa Land, Inc. (DLI) expects to enter 2026 on a strong note with the opening of its 100-room TRYP by Wyndham...

Filinvest to dissolve dormant Mimosa unit to streamline operations

GOTIANUN-LED developer Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) is closing its dormant subsidiary Filinvest Lifemalls Mimosa, Inc. (FLMI) to simplify its corporate structure and focus on...

Ovialand plans mini-malls in Laguna, Bulacan projects next year

RESIDENTIAL developer Ovialand, Inc. plans to launch three mini-malls by next year as it seeks to diversify revenue streams and enhance services within its...