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The BIR clarified procedures, and the peso is expected to remain weak before a slight recovery.
Philippine property activity is growing across offices, retail and mixed-use developments. Common Ground will open a new workspace at McKinley Hill, while Megaworld raised funds for future expansion.
Parklinks is developing a new mall and other facilities, with significant space set aside for open areas.
Interest is also rising in regional cities due to better infrastructure.
SM Prime continues its development in Xiamen and plans to focus on Fujian.
The BIR clarified procedures, and the peso is expected to remain weak before a slight recovery.
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The Flexi Group will open a nearly 2,000-square-metre Common Ground workspace at Megaworld’s McKinley Hill, offering flexible desks, meeting rooms and event facilities. The partnership with MREIT also plans future locations in Eastwood City, Iloilo Business Park, Southwoods City and Capital Town.
Read the full article on EIN Presswire
SM Prime’s Xiamen property has evolved over 25 years into a 12-hectare mixed-use district with malls, offices, a hotel and commercial spaces. The company operates nine Chinese malls and plans to focus future expansion on Fujian, while adopting Chinese retail, dining and entertainment concepts in the Philippines.
Read the full article on Manila Standard
The BIR clarified rules for property-related one-time tax transactions, including eCAR and ONETT processing. Simple cases involving up to three properties or shares may receive computation sheets within three working days and eCARs within seven days, provided all documents are complete.
Read the full article on Philstar
Improved infrastructure, digital connectivity and regional economic growth are increasing property interest beyond Metro Manila. Cities including Antipolo, Balanga, Malolos, San Fernando, Naga, Butuan and Davao are attracting residential and commercial development as buyers prioritise accessibility, quality of life and long-term growth potential.
Read the full article on Daily Tribune
Megaworld raised P147.1 million from selling 10.74 million MREIT shares. The proceeds will support new recurring-income developments and MREIT’s fifth asset infusion, which will add 303,500 square metres of leasable space and diversify its portfolio into malls and hotels.
Read the full article on Philstar
The Philippine peso is expected to trade between P61 and P63 per dollar before ending 2026 near P61. Middle East tensions, higher oil prices, strong import demand and weak foreign investment are weighing on the currency, while year-end remittances may support a modest recovery.
Read the full article on Daily Tribune
Parklinks will open a 41,000 sqm mall alongside new dining venues, a school campus and event facilities. Residential towers are also progressing across the 35-hectare estate, half of which is allocated to parks, open spaces and recreational areas connecting Pasig and Quezon City.
Read the full article on Insider
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