Market Intelligence

Before the Flagship: A US Brand's Due-Diligence Framework for Beijing's Green Retail Landlords

Beijing's premium retail landlords now sell sustainability alongside location, but the claims vary widely. For US brands evaluating flagship space in late 2026, the advantage lies in asking operational questions early, verifying building performance, and negotiating green lease clauses with measurable obligations.

Nov 13, 2026

The Green Premium Goes Legible: How Carbon Pricing Is Reshaping Beijing's Prime Property Math

Beijing's tightening carbon regime and its building-performance standards are finally producing an underwritable spread between documented and undocumented prime assets. Here is what US cross-border investors should verify in 2026 — and where the greenwash still hides.

Nov 13, 2026