Asia Pacific REITs were least impacted with relatively lower volatility in July and remain the strongest long-term performer.
Hong Kong stocks declined as fears over protests grow and the social unrest knocks investor confidence. Hong Kong listed real estate market witnessed hardest hit among other rivals. Additionally, lower mainland demand against slowing China economy have hindered commercial rentals in Hong Kong.
Japan REITs recorded the highest total returns 4.4% in July. Institutional investors piled into REIT as they consider yields of government bond continue to decline.
Download the Report Read MoreThe GPR/APREA AsiaPac Performance Snapshot tracks the dynamics of listed real estate securities (including REITs) across 12 AsiaPac countries/regions and eight sectors, over multiple time horizons.
All data in this Snapshot is calculated on a USD denominated basis. The GPR/APREA series is separately available in a country local currency format.
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