Real estate outlook for Europe 2024

According to Savills, UK commercial property is beginning to see renewed interest from international investors, with US$14 billion of cross-border capital entering the market in the first half of 2024. This figure surpasses investment volumes in

The United Kingdom’s commercial property market is showing encouraging signs of a faster recovery compared to the rest of Europe, following a challenging period of high interest rates and changes in office use. According to the

As the UK interest rate cycle shows signs of reversing and fears of a US recession subside, sectors hit hardest by rising interest rates, such as UK commercial property, are beginning to attract renewed attention from

The commercial real estate market has experienced ongoing turmoil over the past five years, driven by factors such as fluctuating interest rates, rising vacancy rates—hitting nearly 19.2% in the third quarter of 2023—and rapid technological advancements.

UK commercial property sales surged by 26% in Q2 2024, contrasting with significant declines in France and Germany. The overall European market showed a slight year-over-year improvement in Q2, dropping only 2%, a rebound from a

A mere ten countries possess 70% of the world’s commercial and residential property value, amounting to $141.5 trillion out of the total $200 trillion. China and the United States together account for 42% of this global

Shifting regulatory frameworks constantly influence the real estate sector, affecting investment strategies and operational approaches. Recent changes have introduced new complexities for stakeholders striving to remain compliant and competitive. In a recent panel discussion, Angela Niering-Wren,

With the election results now in, the time for optimistic promises is over and the real work begins for the new Government. The challenge ahead remains the same as it has for the UK and other

Forward-thinking proptech companies are tackling challenges in asset classes, investment processes, housing quality, and landlord-renter relationships. Despite this, a significant knowledge gap persists among investors, landlords, and tenants regarding the benefits of technology. Investors struggle to

Interest rates in Europe have started to decline from their peaks, providing a firmer foundation for property prices. This shift presents a renewed opportunity for investors to consider the real estate market’s “living” sector, which encompasses

Investec Real Estate has released its second Future Property report, revealing that private clients with UK real estate are now more optimistic than they were two years ago. This report, which includes data from 110 high-net-worth

The UK commercial real estate market is currently experiencing a transitional phase. As the Bank of England hints at potential rate cuts, investor confidence is likely to strengthen. Lower debt costs will make commercial investments more

An hour or two on the train from the UK’s most talked-about areas and offering better optics for local authorities to chase private investment than the South of France, it’s little wonder that the UK’s Real

London, renowned globally for its financial clout and as a prime destination for international capital, wasn’t immune to the 2022-23 market upheaval, seeing a 49% drop in investment. High borrowing costs dented investor confidence, leading to