He works with developers, investors and funders, delivering research and strategic guidance to support decision‑making across a range of sectors and geographies. Over the past decade, Liam has led the development of Knight Frank’s global wealth research programme, including the firm’s flagship Wealth Report, and is a regular contributor to market commentary on wealth trends and their impact on property markets.
Liam Bailey
Partner, Global Head of Research
Global Headquarters, GB
He works with developers, investors and funders, delivering research and strategic guidance to support decision‑making across a range of sectors and geographies. Over the past decade, Liam has led the development of Knight Frank’s global wealth research programme, including the firm’s flagship Wealth Report, and is a regular contributor to market commentary on wealth trends and their impact on property markets.
Latest research
Height of luxury: the mountain property market's new advantage
The mountains are where the wealthy go to disconnect, but what does this imply for the mountain property market?
22 October 2026
Into the unknown: luxury mountain travel shifts from comfort to adventure
For today’s most adventurous travellers, remoteness, surprise and extraordinary access are bringing a new dimension to luxury travel.
22 October 2026
Peak performance: prime mountain property trends in 2026
Alpine prime property prices remain on an upward trajectory, according to our latest Mountain Property Price Index.
22 October 2026
Playing the loan game: why the wealthy are choosing to borrow
More UHNWIs are using finance to preserve liquidity, manage tax exposure and keep their investment options open.
22 October 2026
Resorts on the rise: the mountain locations fast gaining ground
From the French and Swiss Alps to Japan and New Zealand, under-the-radar resorts are attracting a broader range of buyers.
22 October 2026
Rethinking rental: owners are making the most of their mountain properties
Owners are balancing rental income with flexibility as mountain stays become longer, more international and less seasonal.
22 October 2026
The cool hunters: how climate change is redrawing the winemaking map
Rising temperatures are redrawing the winemaking map as producers seek cooler sites and the great terroirs of the future.
22 October 2026
The high life: mountain travel trends transforming the property market
From new resort investment to wellness, design and year-round living, the mountains are becoming destinations for every season.
22 October 2026
View from the top: 2026’s mountain property market trends
We explore the trends driving buyer activity across mountain markets worldwide, drawing on insights from our global network of experts.
22 October 2026
Inflation bites as the Budget approaches
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
21 October 2026
The trillion-dollar bet on data centres
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
16 October 2026
The gulf between ambition and delivery in the London new homes market
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
14 October 2026
Taylor Wimpey on the capital's "fundamentally broken" development market
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
09 October 2026
Spain's political crisis shows why there are no quick fixes for housing
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
07 October 2026
St Barts Luxury market digest
St Barts remains one of the world’s most exclusive residential and lifestyle destinations. This report explores the island’s luxury property market, profiles significant new openings, and highlights the evolving lifestyle offer – from fine dining and beach clubs to wellness and design-led experiences – that continues to attract global high-net-worth buyers.
06 October 2026
Miami project's US$1.7bn off-plan sales underline America's wealth boom
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
02 October 2026
The return of Help to Buy
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
30 September 2026
Europe's luxury housing squeeze
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
25 September 2026
Luxury's new scarcity
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
23 September 2026
A US$200m penthouse and the new economics of luxury homes
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
18 September 2026
Risers and fallers in the global super-prime reordering
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
16 September 2026
Global Super-Prime Intelligence
Knight Frank’s Global Super-Prime Intelligence report provides a quarterly snapshot of $10m+ residential sales conditions across 12 key international markets
16 September 2026
Prime Global Cities Index
Knight Frank's Prime Global Cities Index tracks the performance of luxury residential prices across key global cities on a quarterly basis using data compiled by our global research network.
16 September 2026
Signs of a turn in the UK housing market?
Making sense of the latest trends in property and economics from around the globe
11 September 2026