PropertyBT: CICT’s big bet on Singapore’s office and retail future
In the era of remote work and online shopping, why are Singapore’s malls and offices still thriving? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Tony Tan, CEO of CapitaLand Integrated Commercia...
Singapore’s Reits have had a tough couple of years. Despite the challenging environment, recently, CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (CICT), Singapore’s biggest Reit, made a major bet to acquire 50 per cent of the iconic Ion Orchard mall.
In this episode, senior correspondent Leslie Yee sits down with Tony Tan, CEO of CICT’s manager to discuss the trust’s strategy to capture the luxury retail market, the dynamics of Singapore’s office supply and demand, and the challenges facing Reits amid a volatile interest rate environment.
Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT from The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts.
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Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)
With Tony Tan, CEO of the manager of CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust.
Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: Leslie Yee & Emily Liu
Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh
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