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Retail

Transforming communities through better retail strategies
 
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Opening a new bricks-and-mortar shop is more complex than ever.


The retail and leisure market in Greater China is constantly changing, so every location decision counts. From busy shopping streets in Beijing and Shanghai to new travel and leisure hotspots, we help brands, investors, and landlords navigate this exciting landscape with confidence. 

Our team has deep sector knowledge and proven expertise across travel retail, airports, theme parks, and mixed-use developments. With market expertise in consumer trends and retail formats, we help clients find opportunities and reduce risk in one of the world's most competitive markets.

What Sets Us Apart

Retail Strategies That Work on the Ground

We don’t rely on one-size-fits-all approaches. Our advisors combine real-time consumer data with local market insights to help occupiers and landlords make location decisions that strengthen brand presence, improve profitability, and resonate with shoppers in both tier-1 and emerging cities.

Investor Expertise Designed for Change

Retail real estate in Greater China requires agility. We advise investors, landlords, and developers on acquisitions, leasing strategies, repositioning, and asset optimisation, addressing shifting tenant demands, evolving consumer behaviours, and market conditions.

Insights That Help You Stay Ahead

Consumer behaviour evolves quickly. We monitor trends in spending habits, tenant strategies, and location dynamics across the region, providing actionable insights to help clients anticipate changes rather than react to them.

Tailored Solutions That Deliver

With specialists embedded in key markets and a problem-solving mindset, we create strategies that align with each client’s specific goals, whether that’s increasing footfall, maximising revenue, enhancing tenant mix, or boosting asset value.

Advisors Who Understand Retail

Retail success requires creativity and commercial acumen. Our team brings entrepreneurial thinking and extensive experience advising leading brands and landlords. We understand the industry because we live it, from lease negotiations to tenant engagement strategies.

Places That Perform and Connect

We believe in retail that builds connections. By aligning location strategies with community needs, we help occupiers and landlords create destinations that add value, enhance social impact, and promote long-term resilience in rapidly evolving urban settings.

Services

Investor Services



Capital Markets


We connect investors with high-performing retail and leisure assets across Greater China, providing transaction advice, market analysis, and deal execution to maximise returns.

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Agency Leasing


Our leasing experts secure the best tenants for retail and leisure properties, leveraging strong tenant relationships and market insights to optimise occupancy and rental income. 

Asset Services


We enhance retail and leisure asset performance through strategic management, operational oversight, and tenant experience programmes, ensuring long-term value and extended asset lifecycles. 

Valuation & Advisory


Our valuation specialists deliver precise, reliable assessments of retail and leisure properties, supporting smart investment decisions, portfolio management, and strategic planning.

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Project & Development Services


From planning to completion, we manage retail and leisure development projects with feasibility analysis, design coordination, and construction management to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

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Sustainability Services


We incorporate sustainability strategies into retail and leisure assets, reducing operational costs, meeting regulatory targets, and improving tenant and customer appeal.


Occupier Services



Tenant Representation


We represent retail and leisure occupiers, helping with site selection, lease negotiations, and portfolio optimisation to secure locations that align with brand strategies and financial goals.

Supply Chain & Logistics Advisory


For retail brands with distribution requirements, we provide supply chain optimisation and logistics real estate advice to support efficient inventory management and customer delivery. 

Location & Labour Analytics


We provide data-driven insights, analysing demographic trends, consumer behaviours, and labour market dynamics to guide retail expansion and leisure development decisions.

Project & Development Services


Our project teams assist occupiers with build-out coordination, vendor management, and quality control, ensuring retail and leisure spaces reflect brand standards and operational needs. 

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Facility Services


We oversee the daily operations of retail and leisure facilities, ensuring they run efficiently, cost-effectively, and deliver a positive customer experience across single and multi-location portfolios.

Sustainability Services


We help occupiers implement sustainability initiatives to reduce their environmental impact, lower costs, and enhance brand reputation in today’s eco-conscious markets.

Team

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Duke Zhen

Director, Head of Retail Services, China
Beijing, Greater China

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Research

Hong Kong Office Retail Residential Investment Market Report 1H 2026
Research • Economy

Hong Kong Office, Retail, Residential And Capital Markets 1H 2026 Review And 2H 2026 Outlook

Hong Kong residential market activity remained robust in Q2 as transaction numbers surpassed 22,000 cases. Grade A office market net absorption remained positive. Total retail sales continued to recover steadily. End-users and well-capitalized investors were active amid attractive office asset pricing.
Rosanna Tang • 07/07/2026
Greater China Logistics Market Report Q1 2026
Research • Supply Chain

Greater China Logistics Market Q1 2026

The overall premium logistics warehouse market maintained a stable trajectory in Q1 2026. Landlords prioritized renewal quality and long-term asset value. Tenants, in contrast, remained highly price-sensitive and valued expansion flexibility. Both sides' outlooks reflect a gradual recovery of confidence in the premium logistics warehouse sector.
 
Tony Su • 02/06/2026
Hong Kong Office Retail Residential Market Report Q1 2024
Research • Economy

Hong Kong Office, Retail And Residential Markets Q1 2024

Hong Kong office sector overall net absorption in Q1 remained positive. Visitor spending continued to support a steady recovery in the retail market. Following the Government's announcement that it would lift demand-side management measures for residential properties, the market responded positively, with primary and secondary residential transactions strengthening notably and home prices picking up from March onwards. 
 
Rosanna Tang • 10/04/2024
Hong Kong Budget 2024 2025 House Views
Research • Economy

Hong Kong Budget 2024 / 2025 House Views

The Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region announced the 2024/25 fiscal budget on February 28, 2024, outlining a series of measures to benefit the economy, businesses, and citizens. 
 
Rosanna Tang • 04/03/2024
Hong Kong Experiential Retail Report 2023
Research • Economy

Unleashing Retail Innovation: Discovering The New Edges For Hong Kong

Since Hong Kong’s border reopening and the gradual return of mainland China and international travelers, the city's retail landscape has undergone a transformation. The preferences of inbound tourists have shifted from a focus on shopping towards an emphasis on experiential retail and social media-driven activities. The spending habits of Hong Kong locals have also been changing, with a recent reverse trend of Hongkongers heading north to neighboring GBA cities for leisure and shopping.
 
Rosanna Tang • 21/11/2023
Asia Pacific Sustainability Walkable Cities Report 2023
Research • Sustainability / ESG

Hiking Sustainability Via Walkable Cities

The urban area and its associated design, planning, development and operation, plays a big role in bringing transformational change to address the way we live as well as our changing climate. To bring about beneficial living and urban environmental sustainability change that results in sustainable urban environs, this report looks at the following topics: A Change For The Good, The 15-Minute City, Urban Public Space, Transit-Orientated Development, Ecological Solutions, and Net-Zero Buildings.
Shaun Brodie • 08/11/2023
China Think In Report 2023
Research • Sustainability / ESG

Quarter-Hour Quarters — 15-Minute City Living in China

The changing world has prompted a questioning of our traditional ways of living over the last few years, with many employees globally now working remotely and spending a greater period of their time living within a few kilometers of their homes. To bring about sustainable and beneficial urban development, one concept cities in China can look to further adopt and implement is the "15-minute city" concept.
 
 
Shaun Brodie • 07/11/2023
Hong Kong Talent Housing Report 2023
Research • Labor / Talent

Hong Kong Talent Housing: A New Niche Sector

During his first Policy Address in 2022, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee unveiled plans to “proactively trawl the world for talent.” Despite experiencing a decline in talent inflows during the COVID period, Hong Kong’s market has witnessed a recovery of incoming talent since 2020, including expat professionals and non-local university students, resuming the continued growth seen before the pandemic and indicating ongoing demand for housing in the city.
 
Rosanna Tang • 07/06/2023
Greater China Capital Markets webinar Q1 2022 Spotlight on Hong Kong
Insights • Investment / Capital Markets

Capital Markets | Spotlight on Hong Kong

In this session, we discussed the key market trends and shared insights on hot topics including China’s current business environment and economic outlook, a deep dive into Hong Kong CRE investment market and more.
06/05/2022
Greater China Capital Markets webinar: Spotlight on Shanghai 2022
Insights • Investment / Capital Markets

Capital Markets | Spotlight on Shanghai

In this session, we discussed the key market trends and shared insights on hot topics including China’s current business environment and economic outlook, the latest investment and occupier trends in China and more.
Francis Li • 16/02/2022
Data center
Research • Sustainability / ESG

Webinar Series | The Sustainability Imperative for Data Centres

With the extremely high consumption of power by data centres and the significant carbon footprint the sector generates, there is a need to strengthen sector-wide standards and commitments for the sustainable data centre operations.
Todd Olson • 29/09/2021
China Carbon Neutrality Report 2021
Research • Sustainability / ESG

Carbon Neutrality — Shifting To Neutral To Drive Real Estate Sustainability In China

Climate change today is the result of human-activity-induced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and changes in global weather patterns.
 
Shaun Brodie • 17/06/2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

We provide complete retail real estate solutions, including site selection, market analysis, lease negotiation, and transaction execution. With local market expertise and strong tenant relationships, we secure locations that align with brand goals, target audiences, and financial objectives.

We help brands find high-traffic locations with the right demographics, negotiate flexible leases for growth, and balance costs with revenue potential. Using consumer analysis, competitive insights, and landlord management, we secure spaces that boost foot traffic and sales.

Successful investments require understanding consumer preferences, regulations, tenant demand, and market conditions. We offer due diligence, market strategies, and asset management advice to ensure sustainable returns in different markets.

We use consumer data, tourism insights, and retail trends to guide market entry and tourism-focused strategies. Our expertise helps brands choose locations and plan merchandising based on local shopping habits, seasonal trends, and competition. 

We create strategies to optimise store performance, expand reach, and adapt to innovative formats. Our process includes benchmarking, location reviews, and format planning to help retailers meet consumer demands while staying efficient and consistent.

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