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JLL: Industrial and logistics properties make a steady start to the investment year

The German investment market for industrial and logistics real estate recorded a transaction volume of EUR 1.09 billion in the first quarter of 2026, comparable to the previous year. International investors were responsible for much of the revenue, while prime yields remained stable.

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Saving the heat transition: Analysis paper warns of fossil lock-in in planned building modernisation law

An alliance of municipal companies, utilities and an umbrella association under the initiative of the LBD consulting company warns of the consequences of the Building Modernization Act (GMG) in its currently planned design.

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Savills expects an increase in creative transaction approaches in the European hotel investment market

According to a new study by real estate consultant Savills, the European hotel transaction volume rose to 23.6 billion euros in 2025. An increase in creative transaction approaches in the market is expected, characterized by innovation and collaboration.

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Electricity availability is becoming a key value driver for real estate

Electricity availability is becoming the central value driver for commercial real estate. Energy-secure locations achieve higher rents, especially in industry, logistics and data centres. Energy resilience, storage and self-generated electricity increase attractiveness and values.

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Colliers analyses a real estate market at a standstill in early 2026, marked by geopolitical tensions and a wait-and-see attitude

In Q1 2026, the commercial real estate market is experiencing a sharp slowdown: a fall in investment, a blockage linked to geopolitics and financing, a drop in demand for offices and an increase in vacancy, despite the resilience of certain sectors.

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REALOGIS: Chinese logistics service provider ensures a lively start to the year in Berlin’s logistics real estate market

REALOGIS reports a strong start to the year in the Berlin logistics real estate market with take-up of 106,000 m² in the 1st quarter of 2026.

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European Office Fit-Out Costs Normalise As Market Demonstrates Resilience

Cushman & Wakefield’s EMEA Office Fit Out Cost Guide 2026 reveals a market demonstrating resilience despite regular challenges including tariffs and ongoing conflict in the region. Contractor Sentiment Survey shows 60% of respondents expect improved market conditions in 2026.

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NAI apollo: Frankfurt office leasing market with weakest start to the year since 2013 in 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, Frankfurt's office letting market had its weakest start to the year since 2013 with take-up of 64,200 square metres. Subdued user demand, especially in the mid-range and larger office segments, is being exacerbated by the lack of new construction space in central locations.

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