Kyith: In Asia Pacific, real estate hold a very special place in Asian hearts. In most countries, investors still prefer to hold their own properties but some countries have developed a more matured real estate investment trust (REIT) market. Japan, Australia and Singapore are currently the biggest and most active.
But what are the chances of China and India developing their own REIT market? I think its a matter of time, but it requires some triggers for it to happen.
Today, Peter Churchouse presents us why China may be going to develop their own REIT market. Peter Churchouse for 15 years, was Morgan Stanley’s Head of Asian Research, Head of Property Research.
Before long there’s going to be some big news in a quiet asset class…
Regular readers know I’m a big fan of real estate investment trusts (REITs). I consider them one of the most underappreciated asset classes. ......