RET
RET (睿意德) is a Beijing-headquartered, NEEQ-listed commercial real estate services firm in China delivering full-lifecycle advisory, leasing, operations, investment, and art-integration services to major developers, corporate tenants, and government/sovereign asset owners across four regional offices.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2012
- HeadquartersBeijing, China
- Headcount501–1,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What RET does
RET (睿意德, legal name Beijing Ruiyide Commercial Co., Ltd.) is a Beijing-headquartered commercial real estate services firm operating in China since 2012 and listed on the NEEQ (ticker 871924). The company delivers a full-lifecycle service stack to commercial real estate developers, corporate tenants, and government/sovereign asset owners, covering strategy consulting, architecture and planning, tenant representation, sales agency, operations management, investment and M&A advisory, office leasing, and a differentiated art-integration service (RET Art). The firm's headcount of 501-1,000 is distributed across four regional offices in Beijing, Zhengzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen, each led by a partner-level general manager with deep ties to local developers and corporate tenants.
RET's underlying technology layer is a self-developed 'urban property data platform' (城市物业数据平台) that aggregates real-time market dynamics and industrial policy data to support site selection and positioning, supplemented by a proprietary 'RUI+' innovation ecosystem and a one-stop digital services division; however, the company does not disclose AI/ML architecture, proprietary models, or research output, and AI maturity appears limited to data analytics. Its business model is B2B professional services with project-based and retainer fees, priced on engagement scope rather than publicly disclosed rates.
The customer base spans China's largest developers (China Resources Land, Vanke, Country Garden, Greenland, Poly, Jinke, Jianye), infrastructure operators (Capital Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport — the world's largest single-building airport commercial), technology and consumer corporates (Amazon, Xiaomi, Kuaishou), financial institutions (China Life, Munich Re), and government-affiliated heritage asset owners. RET is most differentiated by (i) the 20-year exclusive operations management contract for the Tianjin Quanyechang heritage site won in August 2024, (ii) its 12-year annual 'China Commercial Real Estate Vitality 40 Cities' research index co-published with Deloitte and Nanyang Technological University, and (iii) leadership embedded in industry bodies (the All-China Real Estate Chamber of Commerce Commercial Real Estate Committee). The firm is not capital-intensive and does not publicly disclose revenue; the financial figures in the source input appear corrupted and have been disregarded.
RET firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- RET
- Legal name
- 北京睿意德商业股份有限公司
- Website
- https://ret.cn
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2012
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 501–1,000 employees
- Short description
- RET (睿意德) is a Beijing-headquartered, NEEQ-listed commercial real estate services firm in China delivering full-lifecycle advisory, leasing, operations, investment, and art-integration services to major developers, corporate tenants, and government/sovereign asset owners across four regional offices.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Where RET is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Beijing
- HQ country
- China
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices4 records
Markets served
RET business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Commercial Real Estate Advisory Services: RET睿意德 generates revenue through professional services fees charged to commercial real estate developers, property owners, and corporate tenants for a full lifecycle of services including strategy consulting, architectural planning, tenant representation (招商代理), sales agency (销售代理), operations management (运营管理), investment and M&A advisory (投资与并购), office leasing, and RET Art integration. Revenue is primarily project-based and retainer-driven for enterprise clients.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels4 records
RET product offering
Product offeringCore offering
RET is a commercial real estate services firm in China that delivers full-lifecycle services including strategy advisory, architectural planning and design, leasing agency, sales agency, operations management, investment and M&A advisory, and art integration for commercial projects. The firm combines a proprietary urban property data platform with regional offices across major Chinese cities to serve developers, landlords, investors, governments, and corporate tenants.
Product overview
RET睿意德 is a comprehensive commercial real estate services provider offering end-to-end solutions across the entire commercial real estate lifecycle. The company operates through multiple specialized service lines including strategic consulting, architecture planning, leasing agency, sales agency, operations management, investment and M&A advisory, and office leasing services. RET also offers specialized RET Art services that integrate art and culture into commercial spaces, and operates RUI+ as an innovation ecosystem platform. A dedicated digital services division supports technology-enabled commercial real estate solutions. The portfolio includes major project showcases such as Beijing SKP, Shenzhen PCR Mixc, and Daxing International Airport commercial areas.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- RUI+: Innovation ecosystem integrating humanities and technology, continuously driving industry innovation and evolution.
Products and services
- Strategy Consulting (战略咨询) Strategic advisory for commercial real estate developers, landlords, and government clients covering site selection, asset positioning, and feasibility underpinned by RET's proprietary urban property data platform and industrial policy analysis.
- Architectural Planning & Design (建筑规划设计) Planning and design service for commercial real estate projects, integrated with RET's broader advisory, leasing, and operations pipeline for mixed-use and shopping center developments.
- Leasing Agency (招商代理) Leasing agency service that recruits and structures the tenant mix for shopping centers, mixed-use, and retail commercial properties on behalf of developers and landlords.
- Sales Agency (销售代理) Sales agency service supporting the disposal and sale of commercial properties for developers and asset owners.
- Operations Management (运营管理) Long-horizon operations management of commercial properties following strategy, leasing, and sales delivery, including tenant operations, performance management, and ongoing advisory for shopping centers and mixed-use assets.
- Investment & M&A Advisory (投资与并购) Investment and M&A advisory service for commercial real estate transactions, supporting buyers, sellers, and asset platforms on deal structuring, sourcing, and execution.
- Office Leasing & Purchase (写字楼租赁与购置) Brokerage service for corporate clients seeking to lease or purchase office space in major Chinese cities, delivered through RET's enterprise services senior-partner coverage.
- RET Art (RET艺术) Dedicated art curation and integration practice that uses art to differentiate commercial spaces, elevate tenant experience, and drive commercial performance in shopping centers and mixed-use projects.
- One-stop Digital Services (一站式数字化服务) Integrated digital service offering within RET's service portfolio, supporting commercial real estate clients through technology-enabled research, sourcing, and service delivery.
- RUI+ Innovation Ecosystem (RUI+创新生态) Ecosystem program that links RET with developer and operator partners, providing access to broader commercial real estate resources, partnerships, and innovation initiatives alongside the firm's core advisory mandates.
Quantifiable outcome
- Successfully assisted unnamed industrial investment group to relocate Beijing HQ to Lize Business District, achieving office quality upgrade and rental cost optimization simultaneously
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use RET
Customer profileNamed customers21 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
RET technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
RET partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.
- 德勤 (Deloitte) & 南洋理工大学 (Nanyang Technological University)coreRET睿意德 jointly published the '2025 China Commercial Real Estate Vitality 40 Cities' report with Deloitte and NTU's School of Public Policy. This is the 12th annual edition of this report, establishing RET as a premier research institution in China's commercial real estate industry alongside two globally recognized institutions.
- 全联房地产商会商业地产工作委员会 (All-China Real Estate商会 Commercial Real Estate Committee)coreRET睿意德 co-publishes the annual 'China Commercial Real Estate Industry Report' with this committee, which serves as a key industry benchmark document. The report is a key reference for developers, investors, and policymakers across China's commercial real estate sector.
- 天津劝业场智库 (Tianjin Quanyechang Think Tank)coreAs the exclusive operations manager of Tianjin Quanyechang, RET睿意德 initiated and convened the '百年劝业·智汇津沽' (Centennial Quanyechang · Intelligence Hub) Think Tank. The think tank brings together 20+ experts across historical culture, art, architecture conservation, commercial operations, and media. It aims to connect history and future, helping the 100-year landmark become a sustainable urban expression model.
- 天津劝业场 / 天津津融投资服务集团 / 天津新劝业商业发展有限公司 (Tianjin Quanyechang / Tianjin Jinrong Investment Services Group / Tianjin New Quanyechang Commercial Development Co.)flagshipRET睿意德 won the global competitive bidding to serve as the exclusive operations manager for Tianjin Quanyechang for 20 years. Tianjin Quanyechang is a 100-year-old (est. 1928) French eclectic architectural landmark, a national cultural heritage site representing Tianjin's commercial history. RET will drive the heritage site's renewal through cultural extraction, technology integration, and innovative business model design.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
RET competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL): Global commercial real estate services firm with one of the largest Asia-Pacific operations. Directly competes with RET across advisory, leasing, investment advisory, and property management in China, with overlapping enterprise and developer client bases.
- CBRE Group: World's largest commercial real estate services firm. Directly comparable to RET on strategy advisory, agency/leasing, asset services, and investment sales across China and globally.
- Cushman & Wakefield: Global commercial real estate services firm with long-standing and substantial China operations. Competes head-to-head with RET on tenant representation, project leasing, valuation, and asset management mandates.
- E-House (China) Holdings: China-based real estate services platform with broader transaction, agency, and data/research capabilities. Comparable as a Chinese-listed CRE services firm with overlapping enterprise/developer customer base.
- Colliers International: Global CRE advisory and investment firm with strong Asia presence. Directly comparable to RET on agency, project management, and investment advisory across commercial properties in China.
- Savills: UK-headquartered global real estate services firm with deep Asia (notably Hong Kong/China) operations. Directly competes with RET on commercial advisory, valuation, and project leasing mandates.
- Knight Frank: Global CRE advisory and residential/Commercial sales firm with established China and Greater Bay Area presence. Overlaps with RET on commercial advisory, leasing, and asset management.
- Worldunion Group (世联行): Shenzhen-listed Chinese real estate services company offering agency, advisory, and asset services. Directly comparable to RET as a domestic CRE services platform with national ambition, though more residential-tilted.
Broad incumbents
- Tishman Speyer: Global real estate investment, development, and operating firm with significant Asia operations. Adjacent peer to RET — overlaps in select advisory and asset management mandates but primary model is investment-led rather than service-led.
- Gaw Capital Partners: Asia-focused real estate private equity and investment platform with Greater China and APAC reach. Functions as a broader-incumbent peer to RET — both operate in the Chinese commercial property ecosystem but Gaw is capital-deployment led versus RET's services-led model.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
RET financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
RET leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles7 records
RET funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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RET M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments1 record
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Frequently asked questions about RET
What does RET do?
RET is a commercial real estate services firm in China that delivers full-lifecycle services including strategy advisory, architectural planning and design, leasing agency, sales agency, operations management, investment and M&A advisory, and art integration for commercial projects. The firm combines a proprietary urban property data platform with regional offices across major Chinese cities to serve developers, landlords, investors, governments, and corporate tenants.
Is RET a public or private company?
RET is a private company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was RET founded?
RET was founded in 2012. It employs 501 to 1,000 people.
Where is RET based?
RET is headquartered in Beijing, China, in the Asia region.
How does RET make money?
One revenue line is on record: commercial Real Estate Advisory Services.
Who are RET's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), CBRE Group, Cushman & Wakefield, E-House (China) Holdings, Colliers International, Savills, Knight Frank and Worldunion Group (世联行). Broad incumbents are Tishman Speyer and Gaw Capital Partners.
Does RET have an API?
No public API is recorded for RET.