JLL Powers Vikings Group's Strategic Move to Prime Makati Commercial Hub
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL), a leading professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management, announced the successful brokerage of Vikings Group's acquisition of a prime commercial lot in Magallanes, Makati City. The transaction, completed in June 2025, positions Vikings Group to establish its new office headquarters in one of Metro Manila's most coveted business locations.
JLL served as broker and consultant throughout the strategic transaction, leveraging its deep market expertise to facilitate this significant corporate real estate acquisition. The Magallanes commercial property represents a key strategic asset for Vikings Group as the company expands its presence in the Philippines' central business district.
"This transaction exemplifies JLL's deep understanding of Manila's commercial real estate market and our ability to match clients with properties that align perfectly with their strategic objectives," said Miguel Poblador, JLL Representative. "Makati continues to be the premier choice for corporate headquarters, offering unparalleled connectivity, infrastructure, and business ecosystem advantages. This acquisition positions Vikings Group in the heart of the country's financial center, providing tremendous value for their operations and growth plans."
The deal underscores the continued strong demand for quality commercial properties in Makati's central business district, where multinational corporations and growing enterprises seek strategic locations that offer accessibility, prestige, and long-term value appreciation. JLL's role in facilitating this transaction demonstrates the firm's commitment to helping corporate clients make informed real estate decisions that drive business success.
JLL helps firms buy, build, occupy, and invest in various assets, including industrial, commercial, retail, residential, and hotel real estate. The company's comprehensive market knowledge and advisory capabilities enable clients across industries—from tech startups to global enterprises—to navigate complex real estate transactions with confidence.
"We are committed to serving as trusted advisors for strategic real estate transactions that shape the future of business in the Philippines," added Poblador. "This successful acquisition reinforces our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients seeking premium commercial properties in Metro Manila's most desirable locations."
The Vikings Group acquisition reflects broader market trends showing sustained investor confidence in Makati's commercial real estate sector, supported by the area's robust infrastructure, connectivity, and established business community.
About JLL
For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with annual revenue of $23.4 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world, our more than 112,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.
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JLL successfully brokered Vikings Group's acquisition of prime Magallanes commercial property in Makati for their new office headquarters!
This major acquisition demonstrates our continued commitment to delivering exceptional real estate solutions that drive business success in the Philippines' premier business district.
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