SIRVA Housing Matters | Market Snapshot: Asia Pacific & Middle East

The global economic outlook is beginning to look positive this year, with several countries in Asia and the Middle East demonstrating signs of a recovery. Despite some countries having a protectionist stance favouring local labour, expatriate movements into this region appear to have picked up in the second quarter. Rental trends for properties suitable for expatriates continue to vary across different cities, but have generally remained in line with expectations.