SQB is supporting the growth of Uzbekistan’s real estate by extending mortgage loans to clients – the bank’s share of the overall Uzbek mortgage market, at 21%, underscores its pivotal role.

Mashreq Bank has continued to finance some of Bahrain’s most prominent real estate projects.

Nordanö solidified its position as a consultant market leader and innovator in the industry over the review period. With a 30% market share in residential transactions since 2016 and a 28% share in Stockholm office transactions since 2011, Nordanö has consistently demonstrated its deep expertise and dominance in key sectors, as shown by MSCI data.

Warsaw-based developer Globe Trade Centre (GTC) has stood out from competitors over the review period thanks to robust growth in its already expansive commercial real estate operations in Central and Eastern Europe.

Blackstone has applied a selective acquisition and disposal strategy in France, prioritizing investments in lucrative opportunities in the logistics, prime retail and hospitality sectors.

Famous for its residential development, Alveo Land is committed to creating vibrant and groundbreaking communities across the Philippines and is named the Philippines' best residential developer.

Grit Real Estate Income Group’s diverse portfolio, high occupancy, multinational tenants and strong financial discipline drive its growth. Sustainability and gender equality initiatives, alongside strategic asset management, position the company to become a market leader in the region.

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.

With 25 projects and a total registered investment capital of about $3.8 billion in Vietnam, Keppel is one of the largest foreign real estate investors in one of the fastest-growing markets.

CapitaLand Development (CLD) is the development arm of CapitaLand Group, focusing on residential developments with remarkable results after 30 years working in Vietnam.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Savills Egypt has experienced exponential growth since its inception in 2019 and has consistently ranked as the fastest-growing office within the firm’s Middle East operations.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) has solidified its position in the Kuwait real estate finance space following a successful year marked by strategic growth and innovation. Its commercial real estate portfolio has experienced a year-on-year growth of 12%, reflecting a strategic focus on core plus assets.

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%.

DBS has been spearheading several significant transactions over the review period. The firm successfully navigates both onshore and offshore markets under complex market conditions, while addressing client needs with precision.

Colliers has been working in Indonesia for over 30 years and maintained its leading position in the market by its comprehensive range of commercial real estate services and its expansion into new sectors and innovative services.

K&H Bank has hit important milestones in market share growth and sustainability.

United Real Estate Company (URC) stands as a prominent player in Kuwait and the MENA region’s real estate landscape, boasting consolidated assets of approximately KD651 million ($2.12 billion).

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.