First Abu Dhabi Bank's (FAB) real estate team has been involved in many of the UAE’s most prominent real estate financings over the review period. Providing a comprehensive range of banking services, FAB is a singular solution for its clients' requirements in the region.

Despite the challenging commercial operating environment in Hong Kong over the past year, Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP), as one of the biggest developers in Hong Kong, has maintained relatively robust business performance thanks to its prudent financial management, high-quality properties and services.

Stanbic IBTC has a strong commitment to financing large-scale real estate projects and providing innovative solutions across diverse sectors. Over the review period, the bank structured three medium-term loans totalling US$155 million, showcasing its dedication to supporting substantial real estate developments. In addition, it facilitated a US$1 million development loan, demonstrating its commitment to a broad range of real estate needs, from large projects to smaller, sector-specific developments.

Corporación Inmobiliaria Vesta (Vesta) has demonstrated exceptional growth and leadership in industrial real estate across Mexico during the review period. By the end of 2023, Vesta had surpassed its 2031 target for gross leasable area, reaching over 45 million sq ft ahead of schedule through a blend of new developments and certification of existing properties.

GFH Partners, a UAE-based subsidiary of GFH Financial Group, has achieved considerable progress since its inception in 2020.

Evora Global has been recognized as the UK’s best real estate adviser, a testament to its leadership in promoting sustainability and innovation in real estate.

NLB Banka Podgorica has made waves in Montenegro's real estate sector through ambitious overhaul of its premises and financial support to landmark developments across the country.

Ayala Land, named the Philippines' best real estate developer, highlighted its innovation at the forefront of the Philippine real estate industry.

Vinhomes wins Vietnam’s best residential developer this year after demonstrating relentless efforts to launch new projects and lead residential development.

Nordanö’s innovative strategy and steadfast dedication to sustainability are recognised by its designation as best real estate consultant for Finland. Nordanö's position as a prominent participant in the Finnish real estate industry has been cemented via strategic initiatives and significant deals.

CapitaLand Development (CLD), named Singapore's best real estate developer, demonstrates its leadership in the Singapore market with its focus on investment, development, and management of real estate.

Cushman & Wakefield has had a strong year in Argentina’s commercial real estate industry, with a particular focus on office, industrial, logistics, and retail markets. Specifically, in Buenos Aires, the company has closely monitored the changing dynamics of office space with the rise of remote and hybrid work. They support businesses by advising on adaptable class A office spaces that align with flexible and high-quality facility needs, enhancing the appeal of urban office locations.

IndoSpace has been named India's best real estate developer, cementing its position as a market leader with a 52% market share in the logistics and warehousing sector. Over the past two years, the company has acquired 349 acres of land, reinforcing its growth and dominance in the industry.

With over 118 years of history, Banco Pichincha is one of Ecuador’s leading banks in real estate financing, in particular in the social and public housing sectors. As the top provider of these loans, Banco Pichincha accounted for 56% of the US$289 million allocated to social and public housing by the private financial system between May 2023 and June 2024. The bank serves 5.6 out of every 10 households benefiting from these programmes.

Stanbic Kenya Bank Limited has innovative financial solutions and commitment to supporting the country's real estate sector. One of Stanbic’s offerings is its structured term and development facilities, designed to provide real estate developers with the flexibility needed for rapid project execution. These facilities enable more efficient expansion and completion of real estate developments. In addition, Stanbic’s dual currency facility structures help clients manage currency volatility and rental risks, offering financial stability in a fluctuating economic environment.

As one of the largest property developers in the country, Ciputra Development has shown its excellence in the property sector with its strong achievements over the review period.

Colliers’ performance over the review period demonstrates its commitment to innovation and leadership in the sector. With over 30% of the Norwegian real estate market, Colliers has established a solid reputation for handling some of the biggest transactions in the country and steadily expanding its product line.

The Kuwait-based investor Markaz had a strong year in Kuwait real estate, marked by impressive fund performance, strategic development projects, technological advancements and a achievements in sustainability.

Riyad Bank has made a distinctive mark on Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector through a mix of strategic financing initiatives, collaborative projects and active participation in national programmes.

Strong capitalization, profitability, good capability in complex transactions and sustainable development make DBS Hong Kong's best bank for real estate.

Machado Meyer has emerged as a top law firm in Brazil, recognized for its strong focus on real estate law, with expertise covering a wide range of sectors, including real estate development, construction, logistics, retail, infrastructure, and agribusiness.

Over the review period, Cushman & Wakefield has been adapting to changing demands in Brazil’s commercial real estate market, with a focus on major office markets in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In 2023, the office sector saw growing interest in flexible workspaces, especially in high-end Class A and A+ properties. This shift led Cushman & Wakefield to refine strategies to match evolving corporate needs, aligning occupancy rates with emerging work models.

Kivi Real Estate has proven to be a leader in the Latvian market, a testament to its unmatched expertise and exceptional performance in the commercial real estate sector with a strong track record in both sales and leasing.

Over the review period, GPS Property Solutions’ advisory division has demonstrated strong financial and market performance. With a highly skilled team of 10 professionals, the firm successfully completed 22 transactions, amounting to $148 million – an impressive increase from the previous year.

Red Megacentro’s Chile operations had an extremely strong year during the review period. In the 12 months leading up to June 2024, its gross leasable area increased by 4%, driven by project expansions in the country. The firm’s revenue and ebitda rose by 10% and 8%, respectively, with a strong ebitda margin of nearly 50%.

With over 206,460 sqm of gross leasable area, Red Megacentro is a leading industrial real estate company specializing in warehouses and self-storage facilities in Peru and Latin America. Its revenue and EBITDA grew by 10% and 8% respectively, with US$19 million of that generated from Peru, comprising 12% of the company's total EBITDA distribution. Megacentro manages over 9,000 tenants with long-term relationships averaging eight years. Its diverse client base, where no single client represents more than 6% of billing, mitigates its liquidity risk.

BTG Pactual Asset Management demonstrated its leadership in the Brazilian real estate financial sector with strong results over the review period. As one of the country’s largest investment banks, BTG Pactual offers a broad range of services, including market making, brokerage, derivatives trading, insurance, and reinsurance.

Binswanger Peru is the country’s largest commercial real estate services company, with a team of over 200 experts providing advisory services across property sales, leasing, management, valuations, project development, and facilities management.

With high-quality commercial real estate in mainland China, Sun Hung Kai Properties showed its resilience during the research period.

Banco Popular Dominicano has solidified its position as the market leader in the Dominican Republic’s real estate sector through solid financial performance and new strategies. During the review period, its mortgage loan portfolio grew by 13%, reaching Ps$62 billion ($1 billion), with Ps17.2 billion disbursed, benefiting over 3,500 clients. The bank’s construction loans saw even greater growth, with a 41% increase in approved loans and a 94% rise in disbursements.