CBRE’s 2026 Asia Pacific Investor Intentions Survey uncovered a further improvement in buying intentions across most markets in Asia Pacific this year, with over 57% of respondents indicating their preference to buy more real estate in 2026.
Net buying intentions in Korea, Australia and Singapore strengthened while those in Japan remained stable. While their intentions remained negative, investors in both mainland China and Hong Kong SAR exhibited improved net buying intentions in 2026 compared to last year.
Sector preference shifted in this year’s survey. Offices rose to become the most preferred sector for the first time in six years, with industrial & logistics and the living sector rounding out the top three. Data centres continue to climb up the list of investor preferences, placing fourth this year.
