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Why building health is the new buzzphrase

From light and temperature to ventilation and cleanliness, building health is now more in focus than ever

August 04

Why tech-savvy millennials actually prefer working in the office

Small homes in Asia Pacific and generally missing colleagues are cited as a top reasons why the generation is itching for office life

July 30

Home and away: The new workplace hybrid

As we re-enter the workplace, do you know if your employees really want to get back to the office, or would they prefer to continue working from home?

Research July 08

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Why real estate investors are turning to multifamily

Across the globe, residential properties are increasingly on the radar of investors.

November 27

Why companies are fighting to keep women from quitting

With women leaving in droves, there’s an increasing focus on flexible work policies

November 23

How universities are coping as international students retreat

Universities are reconsidering their campus experience to address a revenue gap left by dwindling enrolments

November 18

Sensory-driven design is gaining traction

Psychological and physical safety needs are driving new design theories

November 02

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Global occupier trends to watch in 2025

Key trends that will impact global CRE strategies and market dynamics

Research December 11

A decade of Make in India

Reflecting on progress and envisioning the future

December 09

The future of office design

Designing workplaces to drive success

Research December 05

Hotel Operators’ Sentiment Survey 2024-2025

Asia Pacific hotels: Realms in contrast

Research December 03

Hong Kong Residential Sales Market Monitor - November 2024

Read up on the latest property sales trends in Hong Kong's residential industry. Click to view JLL's November 2024 Residential Sales Market Monitor.

Research December 02

How AI is boosting efforts to cut buildings’ energy use

As buildings get smarter, AI can unlock critical insights for energy efficiency

November 26

Office-to-lab conversions: A guide to unlocking this value-add opportunity

Uncover the key trends, opportunities, and challenges in converting offices to life sciences labs

Research November 26

What the future of work looks like for life sciences

A global survey of life sciences decision makers highlights the need to adapt the way labs are designed, built, and managed

November 25

The Melbourne location driving rental growth as offices recover

A corner of Melbourne’s CBD is ticking boxes for discerning tenants

November 22

Airport deals highlight demand for urban industrial real estate

Tenants and investors are securing rare infill opportunities

November 21

Buyouts and mergers fuel data center boom

Investors are hunting for data center deals amid supply crunch in Asia-Pacific

November 20

The rise of the workplace experience manager

Companies are looking for people to boost employee experience and productivity

November 19

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Why hiring more women won’t make the workplace fairer

Companies are focusing on equity, not just equality

March 08

The unpredictable challenges of flexible working

The hybrid work journey includes challenges that can catch leaders on the back foot

March 01

What companies are missing about hybrid work

As more employees return to the office, companies struggle to get the hybrid model correct because they need to invest in more technology and put people first.

February 28

Corporate challenge: Making offices better amid budget cuts

Environmental goals and the talent war have companies looking for cost-effective improvements

February 03

Why disability access is a rising focus for companies

Companies are creating more workplaces that meet the needs of all

December 16

This is how companies are reunifying distributed teams

Managers are thinking creatively to inspire workers as collaboration dips

December 07

5 things neuroscience reveals about how we work

A new study highlights when and where people are at their best

December 05

Will we ever really work in the metaverse?

The rise of virtual worlds could help companies bring hybrid workforces together

November 30

5 new metrics measuring the workplace

Companies are moving beyond traditional data to emphasize people

November 18

If quiet quitters don’t want to quit, what do they really want?

Companies need to first understand why quiet quitting is happening before they can implement the right workplace changes

November 15

How companies are dialing down energy costs

With balance sheets under scrutiny, companies are focusing on reducing energy consumption in buildings

November 09

The workspace of the future: Your mind

A new vision of workspaces—as deliberate destinations for deep work—is empowering workers through data and next-generation technology to become “a better version of themselves.”

November 01

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Why data centers could hit obsolescence sooner than you think

AI and emerging technologies risk leaving current projects short of power

March 20

Why proptech became an inclusivity bright spot

Female-run firms could signal a change for lagging real estate industry

March 08

Why real estate investors are turning to Singapore retail

Retail investment activity heats up amid rental growth potential and lower priced assets

March 07

Hotel brands check into new verticals

Hotel companies are seeking fresh revenue streams from bespoke experiences and strategic partnerships

February 29

Can real estate transition funds get older buildings up to scratch?

Retrofitting momentum is increasing but there’s a long road ahead for brown-to-green building transitions

February 29

Offices a tale of the very best and the rest

While investors grapple with new occupier demands and development challenges, the greatest opportunity of the next 10 years is unfolding

February 27

PODCAST: Why navigating building regulations is getting harder

Industry experts delve into navigating regulations, penalties, and strategies

February 26

PODCAST: Can parking keep up with the changing city?

Whether you call them car parks or parking lots, technology is making them smarter

February 20

Warehousing strategies in focus amid Suez Canal disruption

Disrupted supply chains are testing resilience and raising more questions

February 14

Global Real Estate Sector Outlook

JLL's view on global real estate sector prospects in 2024, focusing on office, retail, logistics and living

February 01

Why investors are banking on conversions

Repurposing offices to other real estate types is on the rise

January 24

Borrowers mull right time to refinance amid uncertainty

Tightened credit standards for real estate loans are prompting some borrowers to refinance earlier

January 18

The Investor

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Urban housing: one area generations agree on

People of all ages want more green space and a sense of community

November 14

The increasing adoption of robotics in China's real estate

Remarkable growth in robotics revolutionizes China's real estate industry

November 12

Can Japan’s real estate practices further its sustainability goals?

Japan ranked second in sustainability in the JLL Global Real Estate Transparency Index, but significant obstacles still hinder.

November 08

AI's impact on the Philippine IT-BPM and office sectors

AI integration is a double-edged sword, bringing both opportunities and challenges to the IT-BPM industry.

November 05

‘Placemaking’ can future-proof Asia against climate change

Region has multiple urban developments that act as blueprint for sustainable growth

November 03

Singapore’s CBD spending power - a retail magnet

Despite structural challenges, the high spending power of the workforce draws retailers to Singapore’s Central Business District (CBD).

November 01

PODCAST: How technology is reshaping retail's future

Industry experts explore how AI, drones, and digital twins will transform urban landscapes

October 30

Flexible workspaces dominate Gurugram’s demarcated SEZs

Following the relaxation of SEZ rules, flexible workspace operators have become the leading occupiers of demarcated SEZ office spaces in Gurugram.

October 29

Sponsored REITs poised to boost South Korea’s public REIT

South Korea’s public REIT market has seen substantial growth. Discover the emerging trends and pivotal roles sponsored REITs play in transforming this sector.

October 24