"UK retail yields start to rise in the face of economic concerns"

"Is the cost of living crisis impacting central London?"

"Activity levels picked up in the second quarter as locally-focused retailers moved to take advantage of lower rents and improved availability in prime locations. "

"Asia’s place in the international retail scene is already well established but we have recently seen a growing focus on ASEAN markets with their favourable demographics, emerging middle class and extensive new infrastructure aligned with a swift post-COVID resurgence in trade and tourism."

"The retail sector has begun to see some improvements over the past half year as COVID-19 has gradually shifted toward an endemic state. Nonetheless, this recovery has not been evenly distributed, and there is still a stark dichotomy between prime and non-prime locations. Rising costs and a weak yen will apply inflationary pressure, but the impact is likely to be manageable, while a weak yen also presents an opportunity for inbound capital."

"Hopes of a recovery earlier in the year have been dashed by a fifth wave of infections and stricter containment measures."

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"It is worth noting that this covers the 'prime-prime' segment of most major property sectors in key cities around the region and should not be confused with the market overall, particularly when comparing market cycles."

"Cautious retailers, especially in the luxury sector, characterised the market in Q4 with few willing to commit until borders reopen."