Key Takeaways
Singapore’s REIT sector is regaining momentum, supported by falling interest rates, steady rental growth, and renewed fundraising activity. According to DBS Group Research, valuations remain attractive with S-REITs trading at 0.9x price-to-book and offering an FY26 yield of 5.8%, a 4% spread over 10-year Singapore government bond yields. Rising share prices and improved financing conditions have reopened the window for acquisitions, with $3.4 billion raised in equity and nearly $2 billion worth of deals announced year-to-date. Underlying rental growth across retail, office, and industrial assets further underpins stability, while hospitality faces near-term headwinds.
Quick Glance: Sector Highlights
Valuation & Yield
S-REITs trading at 0.9x P/B, below historical average.
Forecast FY26 yield of 5.8%, ~4% spread over 10-year SGS yields.
Fundraising & Acquisitions
$3.4b equity raised via placements/IPOs in 2025.
$2.0b acquisitions announced YTD.
Several REITs trading above NAV → asset recycling cycle restarting.
Rental Growth Trends
Retail: Supported by SG60 & CDC vouchers ($600–$800 per household), boosting suburban malls.
Office: Rental reversions +7–8%, vacancies easing from 5.2% as Grade A space absorbed.
Industrial: Mid-teens positive reversions; expected to moderate but remain positive.
Logistics: Moderation as new supply comes online.
Hospitality: Softer H1 2025 (tourist downtrading, high base), but seasonal recovery expected in H2.
Growth Outlook
Distributions per unit (DPU) projected to rise +1.1% in FY25 and +3.5% in FY26, driven by lower financing costs and steady rental income.
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