Christine Li

Head of Research, Asia Pacific

Knight Frank Asia-PacificAPAC

Christine is the Head of Research, APAC at Knight Frank. She has over 15 years of industry experience, helping to shape the long-term business strategy by developing and implementing research initiatives that feed into the research centre of excellence for potential broader application. She curates and co-ordinates regional forecasts and market outlook for clients across the office, industrial and residential sectors as well as specialist asset classes such as student accommodation, multi-family and data centres.

Prior to joining Knight Frank, Christine was the Head of Business Development Services for Southeast Asia, overseeing both the research and marketing resources. She was responsible for managing and delivering real estate and economic research and strategic analysis, with the view of providing research-based perspectives to commercial leasing and investment processes. Her insight and in-depth knowledge of real estate market is also well sought-after by both the local and international media.

Christine began her real estate career as a property correspondent and commentator with Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) where she interviewed key market players from listed company CEOs to top government officials on various property-related issues. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Cornell University (US) and a Master of Arts degree in Media and Communications from University of London (UK).

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Research Articles

India leads Asia-Pacific office rents amidst regional fluctuations in Q3 2024

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Diverse Regional Housing Options: A Snapshot of Choices in Asia-Pacific

The Asia-Pacific region is characterised by a dynamic and diverse housing market, marked by high home ownership aspirations amid persistent constraints in housing supply and sustained economic growth.

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Unlocking Investment Potential: Emerging Markets in Asia-Pacific

The real estate landscape across Asia-Pacific is evolving, reflecting a complex interplay of local economic conditions, investment patterns, and evolving preferences among local buyers and international investors.

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Asia-Pacific's Top Markets: Your Next Destination for Quality Life-ing

The Asia-Pacific region is a vibrant tapestry of cultures, economies, and lifestyles, making it a prime destination for individuals considering relocation.

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A trio of powerhouses driving Asia-Pacific real estate growth

As we journey through 2024, the Asia-Pacific real estate market presents a mixed landscape. However, amidst the challenges, Singapore and Hong Kong SAR stand out as bright spots, offering unique opportunities for investors, as found in Knight Frank’s Horizon Report III – Look Beyond the Norm.

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Australia's real estate market: poised for a swift rebound?

As we move through 2024, Australia's real estate market presents an intriguing landscape for investors. Despite a generally constrained deal flow due to postponed rate cuts and persistent price disparities, there are signs of a potential swift rebound, as found in Knight Frank’s Horizon Report III – Look Beyond the Norm.

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