Vukile Property Fund today reported 7.7% growth in dividends to 168.82 cents per share for the year to 31 March 2018 on the back of higher second-half distribution growth of 7.9%.

We achieved solid results in the first quarter of this year, improving our gross margin on rental activity by 23% and improving our FFO by 27%. - said Thomas Kurzmann, GTC’s CEO.

We expect reasonable growth from global markets this year but within a more volatile environment. We do, however, expect that these headwinds will eventually slow global activity, likely causing growth around the world to disappoint in late 2019 and early 2020.

With VAT increases and generally soaring prices taking their toll on South African pockets, it’s no wonder most people have been buckling up for tough financial times ahead. The cost of living is certainly climbing, but as it turns out, it’s not all doom and gloom on the horizon.

Equites Property Fund Limited today announced growth in distribution per share for the year ended 28 February 2018 of 12.2% to 123.86 cents, as well as a 30% growth in the fair value of its property portfolio from R6.2 billion to R8.1 billion.

Successful entrepreneur Nonku Ntshona, addressed entrepreneurs who are participating in the Sekela Development programme. Run by SA Home Loans, the event was held at their La Lucia head office.

JSE-listed diversified real estate investment trust Redefine Properties’ (JSE: RDF) strategy on solar energy is delivering cost efficiencies across the business and improving performance on key sustainability metrics.

Last year’s consumer spend left a lot to be desired. The fluctuating rand, economy as well as the political landscape may have affected the bottom lines of many retailers and shopping centres alike.

New report overviews increased competitiveness of economy, FDI and REITS contribution to boosting real estate growth.

Industrial property in the East of Gauteng produced a strong showing in 2017, with good leasing and development activity recorded in Growthpoint Properties’ industrial portfolio.