Xian Yang is the Head of Research for Singapore and Southeast Asia at Cushman & Wakefield, where he leads a 

dynamic team in producing cutting-edge real estate and economic research, as well as strategic analysis. 

Known for his research-based insights, Xian Yang enhances commercial leasing and investment processes, 

establishing himself as a prominent authority in the Singapore real estate market. His expertise is regularly featured 

in both local and international media.

Additionally, he provides consultancy services to clients including Real Estate Investment Trusts, property 

companies, investment funds, government agencies, and banks. With over 10 years of experience in real estate 

research, Xian Yang began his career at GIC, focusing on risk and performance for Fixed Income and Alternative Asset Classes. 

Key Assignments include:

- Study on the future of workplace for the Association of Banks Singapore (ABS) - Feasibility study of a development site at one-north for Ho Bee Land

- Feasibility study of a Singapore business park site for a major bank - Market study of a property portfolio for Singapore Land Authority

- Singapore retail and medical suites market review for SPH REIT

- Singapore retail and hospitality market review for OUE Hospitality Trust - Singapore industrial market overview for ESR REIT

- Market study of ABI Plaza for Asia Green Real Estate

- Market study of the HarbourFront/Alexandra office market for Keppel Capital Education 

Xian Yang is a CFA Charter holder and holds a BSc Banking & Finance (Hons) degree from University of London.