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Smart warehouses spread to new markets
Retailers are turning to robots amid rising expectations for fast deliveries
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
Real estate investors prepare for distress, but opportunities lag
Capital is piling into opportunistic real estate funds playing a waiting game
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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
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 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
Smart warehouses spread to new markets
Retailers are turning to robots amid rising expectations for fast deliveries
Why big-box retail stores are turning into warehouses
Real estate developers are converting large retail centres into warehouses as landlords grapple with online shopping
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
Companies made green promises. Now what?
Under pressure to act, firms face challenges implementing decarbonization plans
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
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
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
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
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
How investment managers are ramping up their own green credentials
Greater consideration is being given to sustainability efforts in house as momentum towards net zero emissions builds
How Europe is navigating a potential second wave
Real estate investors in Europe are faced with the prospect of more uncertainty during the winter months
Kraków ready for new investors from the service sector
According to JLL’s latest report, "Kraków 2020", in the first half of the year, demand for offices in Kraków was about 15% lower than H1 2019.
$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
Retail parks expected to have a 40% share in new supply
JLL and Trei, summarize the situation on retail market at the end of H1 2020, and outline the development prospects for this sector in Poland.
Why supermarket chains are rethinking their real estate
Supermarkets are increasingly looking to sale and leasebacks as a way to unlock fresh capital amid COVID-19
Polish industrial market continues to grow Y-O-Y – the only one in Europe
JLL advisory firm summarizes the situation on the Polish industrial market at the end of H1 2020.
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
The pandemic accelerates changes in retail sector
JLL summarizes conditions on Poland's retail market at the end of H1 2020.
Strong H1 for real estate investment market in Poland
Advisory firm JLL analyzes H1 real estate investment transactions in Poland.
Hotel investment appetite for Poland: alive and kicking?
While the pandemic has put many investment decisions on hold, the hotel investment market in Poland, in the long term view remains unchanged.
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
How China's tech firms are reshaping its real estate markets
Tech companies growing at a rapid pace are helping transform offices, logistics and data centers
Why investors are shifting focus to life sciences real estate
More investors are betting on life sciences real estate as the pandemic drags on
Why real estate investors are turning to multifamily
Across the globe, residential properties are increasingly on the radar of investors.
Investors seek security in core real estate deals
Recent deals globally reflect cautious-but-confident investment strategies
Why alternative lenders are expanding into real estate markets
Private debt funds are plugging a gap left by commercial banks as COVID takes its toll
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