Concerns linger over inflation, interest rates, and the geopolitical environment, but investors are looking ahead to take advantage of opportunities.

Despite the imminent muted economic outlook weighing on investor sentiment, the Asia Pacific region is expected to weather this uncertainty — with a moderate downturn of 5% to 10% projected for real estate investment activity in 2023.

Among the few bright spots is the hotels sector where volumes are expected to grow 6% next year amid a strong tourism recovery, following a 10% to 15% rebound in 2022.

Asia Pacific investment volumes

With the near-term outlook giving rise to a cautious approach to dealmaking, which sectors and markets are investors turning to for lower risk and higher returns? What are the emerging trends and opportunities to tap into?

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