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Smart warehouses spread to new markets
Retailers are turning to robots amid rising expectations for fast deliveries
Why big ticket office deals are on the rise
Large office deals in Europe have returned as debates around the office’s future subside
Why the movie industry is a hot ticket for real estate investors
Swelling demand for studio space is bringing the bricks behind film sets into the spotlight
How real estate is starting to embrace green finance
Green lending is on the up – and building certifications are playing a central role
Why investors and occupiers are teaming up to construct new buildings
Investors are collaborating more with companies seeking top grade property
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Ask an economist: Are we there yet?
As cities reopen, find out what lies ahead for the economy and real estate markets
Why battery storage is a new growth area for investors
Interest is rising in the energy sub-sector amid a growing focus on renewable power
Why investors are venturing further afield for multifamily deals
Emerging multifamily markets gain traction with growing range of investors
Will California’s solar panel requirements pave the way for other states?
Solar panels will be required on new commercial buildings by 2023.
Investors turn to student housing as in-person learning returns
Returning confidence and a hunt for yield is pushing deal volumes higher
Luxury hotels hold their appeal for real estate investors
Investors are homing in on luxury hotels as resurgent international travel boosts the hospitality sector
Real estate investors prepare for distress, but opportunities lag
Capital is piling into opportunistic real estate funds playing a waiting game
Will post-pandemic life herald a new era for retail parks?
Investors are homing in at a change moment for retail parks
PODCAST: What do new sustainability regulations mean for ESG investors in Europe
As real estate looks to cut its carbon footprint, regulation is set to play a bigger part in how investment decisions are made
How office leasing is moving into the digital age
After years of lagging residential markets, commercial real estate is turning to digital solutions
PODCAST: How logistics is facing future disruptions
From technology to real estate footprints, companies are prioritizing resilience
How industrial developers are raising the game on sustainability
Transport is being factored into the overall carbon footprint of warehouses
Five transformative trends for UK real estate in 2021
Following a year like no other, the UK real estate industry is changing fast across all sectors
Why CMBS deals in Europe are back on the block
The market for commercial mortgage-backed securities in Europe is ramping up.
How companies are changing strategies on their corporate HQs
Corporate real estate teams are rethinking how much space they need and where it’s located
Renewable energy's role in achieving net zero carbon
How onsite rooftop solar can deliver an array of benefits including attractive financial returns for both occupiers and landlords
Real estate investment rebounds to pre-pandemic levels
Investor confidence gets a boost from vaccine rollouts and economic recovery
Why China’s REITs are breaking the mold
The much-anticipated C-REITs are aimed at boosting growth while avoiding overheating
How investors are tapping into domestic tourism
As Europe starts looking to life after lockdown, open air hospitality venues are set to be in high demand
What does booming renewable energy mean for Europe’s drive to decarbonise?
Momentum is building among both providers and users of clean energy as Europe chases down its carbon reduction targets
Real estate borrowing costs level off, but not for all
Investors’ search for income from “bullet-proof” prime assets across Europe is offering lenders relative safety
PODCAST: The true cost of fast deliveries
Listen to MIT and JLL experts discuss how logistics and industrial real estate is changing with the times
Why office subleasing is slowing
Subleases flooded city office markets at the height of the pandemic, but there are signs of a reversal
5 ways real estate will be greener in 2025
With sustainability a growing focus area, a lot is expected to change in the next few years
Opportunities in the Extended Healthcare Sector in MENA
The provision of adequate extended care services in MENA region provides opportunities for real estate investors and developers.
What the UK’s green plan means for renewable energy investors
Government backing for offshore wind has put the focus on a sector able to offer investors secure revenue streams
What can the UK’s care homes learn from student housing?
Today’s care homes sector is in a similar place to where student housing was five years ago: a fragmented market in need of modernisation and investment
Smart warehouses spread to new markets
Retailers are turning to robots amid rising expectations for fast deliveries
Companies made green promises. Now what?
Under pressure to act, firms are facing challenges implementing decarbonization plans.
As inflation ticks up, investors hunt for hedges
A generation of investors is staring down inflation for the first time
Steeling for near-term construction and supply chain challenges
High steel and lumber costs expected to drop by summer
How demand for fresh food is squeezing cold storage space
Construction of refrigerated warehouses is rising but may not be enough to meet demand
Australian budget lends support to key real estate sectors
Infrastructure, housing and aged care get a spending boost amid economic recovery
New smart building standard sets the bar for digital workplaces
SmartScore aims to put a framework around what makes buildings smart
Real estate has its first green building ETF. What next?
As demand rises for green-focused investment vehicles, more work is needed to make sure buildings hit the mark
Hotels, after tough year, are back in investors’ sights
A swathe of capital-raising and resurgence of hotel sales highlight investor optimism for the sector’s recovery
Why urban logistics is attracting a new set of investors
Office and retail investors are increasingly buying warehouses near cities amid efforts to diversify portfolios
Which UK real estate sectors offer opportunities to diversify?
In a year filled with uncertainty, the answers could help shape the months to come
$2.9 billion logistics sale highlights unrelenting demand for warehouses
Investment boom comes amid businesses running short of warehouse space
From room service to rehab, distressed assets are finding new life
Demand for “convertible” properties has skyrocketed over the past year
Why landlords are hunting for flexible-space partners
Amid empty office spaces and a hybrid future, landlords are exploring partnerships with flex operators
Will inflation surge after the pandemic?
Get an economist’s take on the hot-button topic and its impact on real estate markets
What a drop in real-estate fundraising says about investor thinking
Fewer funds, but with more capital, points to strategic transformation in commercial real estate
Why flexible space is making a comeback
Last year flexible space appeared to be a high-profile casualty of the pandemic, but it’s coming back strong as the world adopts new styles of work
How data center demand is pushing investors to new markets
High pricing in established markets sees investors branch out
Why healthy buildings are good for the bottom line
New research shows buildings classified as “healthy” command higher rents
Why investors are homing in on joint-venture strategies
Partnerships top investors’ priority lists amid pandemic travel restrictions
Why real estate is starting to go electric
Phasing out gas and diesel from buildings is one big way property owners can hit environmental targets
Companies take a wait-and-see approach to leasing office space
Many companies coming to the end of their leases are delaying big moves until pandemic uncertainty settles
Disruption spurs strategy shift for listed real estate
Recent deals show how key players in real estate investment are reshaping their portfolios
How 2020 changed real estate (and how it didn’t)
Shopping, work, travel: In a turbulent year, commercial real estate was at the center of big changes
5 big questions real estate is asking in 2021
In a year filled with uncertainty, the answers could help shape the months to come
2021: It’s all about the economy
Recent developments are providing markets with optimism, although the next six months are key for real estate
Why investors are following governments into infrastructure
Small-scale projects such as road upgrades attract investment for immediate economic boost
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