"A record €2.7bn of residential property in Monaco was transacted in 2016."

"Given the limited prospects for significant capital growth, investors are searching for sustainable income streams."

"Commute time is only part of the story: the cost of renting a home is also key."

"In early 2016, global real estate values totalled US$217 trillion. That figure has now risen by 5 per cent. "

"Savills Live/Work index ranks office and accommodation costs in 20 global cities between 2008 and 2016."

"Last summer’s Brexit vote has raised questions over London’s future as a financial centre and speculation is rife as to which European cities are set to benefit from businesses relocating employees out of the UK."

"Having a buzz may no longer be enough to attract workers to the world's top cities."

"With the unstoppable rise of online services, data centres can help diversify a portfolio."

"Here are our predictions for the year ahead."

"Portfolios spread across countries and regions, soil types, climates and enterprises can reap the benefits."