International Focus
A series of publications focusing on the
situation in the construction and development market in individual
countries.
International Focus: Germany – Spring 2012
Construction market to slow but Germany
remains an attractive investment market
On the bright side, Europe’s largest economy can expect to
retain its AAA rating in the medium term, despite the various
challenges it will surely face in 2012. Germany is famously
dependent on exports, and with around 40% of these exports bound
for other Eurozone countries, the ongoing Euro debt crisis and its
potential recessionary impact pose great risks.
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the international Focus on Germany
International Focus: The Balkans – Spring 2012
Balkans slowly recover from recession
although not without problems.
Economic recovery in the Balkans has been slower
than expected and the region has been affected by a collapse in
confidence which brought a reduction in FDI and a contraction in
international trade. The latest crises in the Euro and across the
international financial markets could lead to recovery being slower
than expected.
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the International Focus on The Balkans
International Focus: China – Winter 2011/2012
Property sector to strengthen even as
economy slows
China remains an attractive country for investors even as the
economy shows signs of slowing and the real estate sector presents
many investment opportunities. The building industry faces a number
of challenges including skill shortages and funding problems, but
the property sector is expected to become stronger and more
robust.
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the International Focus on China
International Focus: Russia – Autumn 2011
Winter Olympics and football World Cup
provide timely boost to infrastructure
spending
Major sporting venues boost infrastructure spend as economy
growsRussian banks were not directly affected by ‘toxic debts’ and
the country suffered less than most during the world slowdown. The
Russian economy continues to show strong growth and infrastructure
spending will receive a substantial boost from the 2014 Winter
Olympics and 2018 football World Cup.
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the International Focus on Russia
Previous editions of International Focus:
USA -
2011