SINGAPORE: A new survey from CBRE featured in a Singapore Business Review report has placed Singapore alongside Sydney as the leading investment destination for 2025, with Tokyo following closely behind.
According to CBRE’s 2025 Asia Pacific Investor Intentions Survey, the strong appeal of Singapore stems from its reputation for market stability and reliability, drawing interest from both regional and international investors.
Investment sentiment on the rise across APAC
The survey highlights an overall improvement in investment sentiment throughout the Asia Pacific region. Net buying intentions surged from 5% in 2024 to 13% in 2025, fuelled by a combination of falling debt costs and the repricing of assets. Investors are increasingly confident of the growth potential, particularly in key markets like Singapore, where a stable economic environment continues to attract both domestic and foreign capital.
Singaporean and Hong Kong investors, with mandates extending across the region, are particularly bullish, while large institutional players from Australia and Korea have also significantly increased their buying intentions. This surge is largely attributed to attractive pricing opportunities in their home markets, offering a compelling value proposition for both seasoned investors and newcomers.
The survey, conducted in November and December 2024, gathered insights from over 460 investors across various sectors, including real estate funds, private equity, pension funds, and high-net-worth individuals. Their responses reflect an optimistic outlook on the region’s investment landscape in the year ahead.