IP Global Annual Report Reveals 2018 International Property Investment Hotspots

The 2018 Global Real Estate Outlook Report (GREO Report), by full service property investment company IP Global, has shown that while London has long attracted property investors from the Middle East, regional cities in the UK and cities within Central Europe are now offering UAE residents a compelling global investment choice. The report also highlights that many investors from the region are looking to purchase property in the United States and Thailand.

The GREO Report is an annual report published by IP Global which identifies property investment opportunities across different international markets. The report reviews the growth potential of the world’s different property markets and identifies cities that IP Global plans to invest in, explore and investigate further. The GREO Report then provides insight on viability, performance and future potential of cities throughout the world, which helps property investors choose their future property investment locations.

Richard Bradstock, Director and Head of the Middle East at IP Global commented, “Over the years we have seen that, historically, investors from the Middle East have favoured buying property in London. However, in 2017, we witnessed a behaviour shift as many investors are flocking to buy more affordable property in northern cities like Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds, which offer high rental yields and rising house prices.  Internationally, with the launch of start-ups and technology hubs, central European cities like Berlin, Frankfurt and Lisbon have become attractive investment destinations due to their resulting strong capital growth and sound economic performance.”

“Our recent YouGov study also showed that America remains a popular choice for UAE residents.  Seattle is a city we are exploring as its booming tech industry and growing economy has made it an ideal investment location. On the other hand, looking East,  Bangkok, with its strategic location and thriving tourism industry, is a location we are looking to invest due to its massive growth in the real estate sector appealing to investors from the region.”