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Last Updated: 01/26/2012
News

Hotel Prices Rising, But Still Not Exorbitant

By Irina Filatova
The number of quality hotel rooms in Moscow is expected to grow 6 percent this year to 32,500, as several international hotel chains plan to put eight big projects into commission.

Vekselberg's Renova Mulls Domodedovo Bid

By Roland Oliphant
Viktor Vekselburg's Renova group may buy Domodedovo Airport, the oligarch has said. Vekselberg confirmed to reporters that the group, in which he holds a controlling share, is "considering" a bid for Domodedovo.
Courtesy of Jones Lang LaSalle

VTB Capital Makes Profit on Lesnaya Plaza

After what it is calling a profitable sale of a Class A office building picked up during the financial crisis, VTB Capital is anticipating that it can replicate the success as economic conditions put more high-quality office centers on the market at lower prices.




Analysis

The Next Evolution in Retail

Steady sales growth and rising competition for consumers has piqued retailers' interest in new mall formats. A wave of outlet centers is on the way, and power centers will follow.  

Insider's View

Hotels Are Heading To Economic Hubs

Multinational hotel chains are planting their brands throughout Russia, and Hyatt is no exception. Gebhard Rainer, managing director for Hyatt International, knows Russia well enough that he can discuss Moscow's Ring Roads and southern Russia's trade. We asked him what Hyatt is up to in various cities.


Architecture

News in Brief

REQ
New Holland Island, a spit of land in St. Petersburg, is experiencing a renaissance as a cultural hub, which is a major change after centuries of military use, decades of neglect and a failed revamp in the 2000s.




Q4 2011

Shopping malls take on new formats, and the regions attract retail space
For office developers, parking wins out
Penthouse market in Moscow matures


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