The theme of the Emerging Trends in Real Estate report is one of optimism, even though the U.S. recovery remains a slow one. The report is a joint venture between PricewaterhouseCoppers and the Urban Land institute. Jonathan Miller, a partner and co-owner of... Read More
UK property services firm Jones Lang LaSalle has released a report stating that Malaysian investors are accounting for a larger share of commercial property investment in the country. Approximately 10 per cent of commercial property... Read More
For several years now, the online marketplace has been one that has proven to be increasingly profitable for both chain and independent retailers alike. As well as using social networking to promote start-up businesses, sites like eBay and Amazon have... Read More
As arguably the most popular sport in the world, football has a huge international following, with fans willing to spend a small fortune on tickets to see their favourite team play. With stadiums around the country packed full of eager spectators and busloads... Read More
According to Reuters, Starbucks has paid a mere £8.6 million in UK taxes on a reported £3 billion in sales in the UK since 1998, when it opened its first UK coffee shop, despite having opened 735 outlets subsequently. The revelation led to... Read More
The past few years have been tough for most British families. Rising inflation, mounting numbers of people unable to find work and the high cost of everyday items have left many consumers out of pocket and struggling to make ends... Read More
According to a new study of UK customer loyalty in 2012, supermarkets could come out on top as customers’ bank of choice. The research carried out by The Logic Group and Ipos revealed, that while banks top the list for customer loyalty,... Read More
According to a new report issued by ReMax, the Canadian commercial real estate sector is booming. Major construction projects are under way and American retailers are moving into the country and vying for a piece of the consumer market. Pension plans and real... Read More
From 2000-2010, commercial insurance premiums were nearly three times higher in emerging markets compared to advanced ones. According to a new report released by Swiss Re, insurers can expect to see more opportunities for growth in these regions, and economic... Read More
Forbes is predicting that the commercial property market will improve slightly in 2013. While numbers will not be substantially better for investors, operating income will be up slightly, and property values will level off. If investors can be patient... Read More
