International Markets
Ranked: Ten of the world’s hottest HNW housing markets in 2026
Agents from around Knight Frank’s global network share their takes on the neighbourhoods set to outperform, from New York & New Zealand enclaves to one of London's golden postcodes.
London’s super-prime status ‘under pressure’ as Tokyo & Dubai lead global house price growth
'Prime residential property has pulled away from the broader housing sector' in many global markets, says Knight Frank, but the UK capital has dropped to 93rd place on the firm's annual PIRI 100 index.
How much prime property does US$1mn buy around the world?
Knight Frank's latest Prime International Residential Index illustrates how the spending power of US$1mn has contracted in many luxury markets over the last five years.
Monaco flagged as next frontier for branded residences
Sector specialist explains why the Principality is a key gap in a fast-growing global market, as latest data underlines depth of demand.
NYC lines up ‘pied-à-terre tax’ on $5mn+ second homes
State-first measure targeting ultra-wealthy and global elite announced by Mayor Mamdani.
Global luxury markets finding a ‘healthier equilibrium’, new sentiment index suggests
Survey of Christie’s worldwide broker network points to softer demand, improving supply and pricing holding firm across the world's top HNW hubs.
Real estate powered Dubai’s rise as a magnet for expats. Can its brand survive this war?
Professors Hassan F. Gholipour & Mohammad Reza Farzanegan explore the rise and potential fall of one of the world's leading luxury property centres.
Resale surge and €100mn+ new-builds lift Monaco market to new highs
Capital values climb in the world’s most expensive resi market - where international demand is high but top-end options are low.
Where next for Europe’s branded residential sector?
Scheme numbers set to more than double by 2032 as brands ramp up expansion - but growth is being outpaced globally, new analysis shows.
MIPIM Debrief: A prime resi specialist’s key takeaways from Cannes in 2026
Design & project delivery boss Shona Patel reviews crucial trends from one of the world's leading real estate industry get-togethers - including some interesting insights about the luxury sector.
FT: ‘We’re past the $200mn threshold’ – the rise of super-super prime property
'How much is mere showboating listing,' asks FT journalist Mark Ellwood - 'and how much higher can prices for single private properties actually be pushed?'
London named ‘Europe’s best city’ in new ranking
Analysis puts UK capital ahead of Paris and Berlin as urban hubs compete for talent, visitors and investment.