REITs allow investors to own real estate indirectly through publicly traded shares, receiving regular dividend income from rent collections.
Asian REIT Markets
| Country | REIT Market | Key REITs |
| Japan | Largest in Asia (~$150B) | Nippon Building Fund, Japan Real Estate |
| Singapore | 2nd largest (~$80B) | CapitaLand Integrated, Mapletree |
| Hong Kong | Growing | Link REIT (largest in Asia) |
| India | New (since 2019) | Embassy Office Parks, Mindspace |
Why Asian REITs Are Attractive
- High yields: 4-7% dividend yields (higher than bonds)
- Mandatory payout: Must distribute 90%+ of income
- Diversification: Real estate exposure without buying property
- Liquidity: Trade like stocks on exchanges