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The Philippine property sector is navigating a period of significant change, as regulatory delays, shifting demand and new investment priorities reshape the market.
Developers are warning that slow licence-to-sell approvals could restrict housing supply and delay projects, while major industry players increasingly look beyond traditional residential developments toward data centers, industrial parks, infrastructure and affordable housing.
Progress continues in the government’s housing program, alongside the expansion of nationwide water infrastructure projects. However, environmental concerns are intensifying in Cebu City, where officials are under pressure to address upland development and worsening flood risks.
Office markets are also sending mixed signals. Leasing activity has slowed in Metro Manila and provincial hubs, with companies taking smaller spaces and postponing expansion decisions. At the same time, flexible workspaces, transit-oriented offices and sustainable buildings are gaining importance.
Despite the uncertainty, established developers continue to report earnings growth and launch new projects, highlighting where opportunities may emerge next.
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Philippine property groups warn that slow licence-to-sell approvals are stalling project launches, reducing housing supply and delaying investment. Only 93 permits have reportedly been issued this year, threatening construction jobs, government revenues, investor confidence and efforts to address the country’s housing backlog.
Read the full article on Manila Bulletin
Luxury developer Robbie Antonio expects the Philippines’ next property growth cycle to be driven by data centers, industrial parks, logistics, hospitality and affordable housing. He is diversifying beyond luxury residences to capture demand created by digitalization, infrastructure investment, manufacturing growth and continued urbanization.
Read the full article on Philstar
PH1 World Developers has topped off Avesta Residences’ first tower in Imus less than 10 months after construction began. The affordable housing project is its first under the government’s Expanded 4PH Program, with additional developments planned in Dasmariñas, Bacoor and Caloocan.
Read the full article on Manila Bulletin
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Tubig Pilipinas Holdings is expanding its water infrastructure business after replacing its coal operations. The company operates 12 projects nationwide, with five under construction and 13 planned, while new leadership and a major Bataan joint venture support its ambition to become the country’s largest water services provider.
Read the full article on Insider
Cebu City’s proposed moratorium on new upland developments remains unenforced seven months after it was introduced. With flooding concerns rising, the City Council has demanded a progress report while officials assess whether hillside projects, inadequate drainage and weak watershed protection are worsening downstream flood risks.
Read the full article on Sun Star
Metro Manila office leasing slowed in Q2 as geopolitical uncertainty delayed corporate expansions. Colliers cut its 2026 net take-up forecast to 300,000 sqm, although vacancies improved, rents remained stable, flexible workspaces expanded and new PEZA-accredited supply could support recovery.
Read the full article on Manila Bulletin
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Provincial office demand fell 37 percent in the first half, with Cebu facing weaker leasing and rising vacancies. Cautious BPO firms are taking smaller spaces as AI reshapes operations, while new supply, company downsizing and aging buildings could push Cebu’s vacancy rate above 18 percent.
Read the full article on Insider
Shang Properties’ first-half net income rose 5.9 percent to ₱2.2 billion as revenues increased 11.3 percent. Stronger condominium sales led growth, while leasing remained its biggest earnings contributor and hotel revenues stayed stable as several residential projects advanced.
Read the full article on Inquirer
DMCI-PDI is entering the prime office market with the ₱1.2-billion One Fortis Plaza in Makati. Scheduled for 2028, the transit-oriented, 17-storey tower will offer large office floors, sustainable features and amenities near MRT-3 Magallanes and major business districts.
Read the full article on Manila Bulletin
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