Global capital pivots to APAC as investors pursue growth, diversification and emerging market opportunities
Hong Kong, 20th November 2025 – Colliers’ 2026 Global Investor Outlook reveals a decisive shift in global capital towards Asia Pacific (APAC), as investors seek diversification and growth in a region that is leading global innovation and wealth creation.
Colliers’ 2026 Colliers Global Investor Outlook – Asia Pacific Insights highlights a noticeable shift in global allocations to APAC as investors globally seek to diversify and seize on the opportunities offered in a region that is increasingly at the forefront of global growth, wealth and innovation.
Capital shifts to APAC as investors bet on growth potential
APAC-focused capital raising has surged over 130% since 2024, according to PERE, and now represents 11% of global fundraising in Q1-Q3 2025. Global investors are shifting allocations to APAC, drawn by the region’s dynamic growth, expanding middle class, and innovation potential. While established markets such as Japan, Australia and Singapore remain popular, emerging markets, particularly India, are gaining attention as destinations for higher returns.
Growing upside momentum
64% of regional investors expect an uplift from economic growth next year; nearly 60% are positive on liquidity and rental growth.
Private capital and innovative deal-making gain traction
Family offices and high-net-worth individuals are increasingly active, especially in Hong Kong and Australia, capitalising on unique pricing opportunities. “We’re seeing foreign capital from family offices flowing into Hong Kong over the past 12 months, driven by supportive policies and a favourable tax regime, with this positive trend set to continue,” said Thomas Chak, Head of Capital Markets & Investment Services, Hong Kong.
Thomas Chak
Office comes in from the cold
Renewed interest in APAC offices, with US and Japanese capital flowing into Australia and Japan, driven by resilient demand and positive rental growth. Japan is drawing investors with low vacancy and positive rental growth rates, while Singapore and South Korea are the other priority markets for office investment.
Retail regains its shine
Confidence returns as supply ‘right-sizes’. Investors are shifting attention back to core, high-quality retail assets, which some now see as a safer bet than certain alternative sectors. Neighbourhood centres and CBD/high-street retail are the preferred sub-sectors, with 31% and 27% of survey respondents planning to allocate to these areas respectively.
E-commerce drives I&L demand across APAC
The I&L sector remains a top priority for investors, with transaction activity surging in Australia and rising demand in India and Japan, fuelled by continued growth in e-commerce. Investors favour Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and South Korea. Survey respondents highlight ‘big box’ warehousing (27%) and last mile logistics (20%) as leading investment opportunities, while interest in cold storage logistics rose 2pps year-on-year to 15%.
Data centres emerge as a key growth sector
Strong growth in Singapore, Australia, and India, with cross-border capital showing robust interest – 11% of survey respondents plan to deploy into the sector in APAC, only slightly behind the U.S. at 14%.
Major cities lead residential growth
Residential is also likely to see higher volumes in 2026 as more private equity targets the sector. Most investors are focusing on the region’s large cities with 87% of respondents highlighting a preference for major city locations. Japan’s multi-family sector highlighted for its vibrancy and long-term potential.
Hospitality and student accommodation
The hospitality sector is benefiting from a strong recovery in tourism, with airlines expanding routes across APAC, and markets like Australia, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand are among the main beneficiaries. Student housing is attracting increasing capital, particularly in supply-constrained markets like Hong Kong. Foreign investors are showing strong interest in India, betting on a mismatch between growing demand and limited quality supply.
The market outlook
With both domestic and international investors growing more active, 2026 is set for increased competition and higher transaction volumes across Asia Pacific. The region offers a diverse range of opportunities for investors, with each market presenting unique strengths and growth drivers.
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*About the survey:
The Asia Pacific version of the 2026 Colliers Global Investor Outlook draws on the views of senior Colliers experts on the ground throughout the region, as well as the results of a comprehensive survey of almost 1,400 regional and global investor priorities and strategies analysed by Colliers’ industry-leading research team.
