The largest proportion of commercial project acquisitions in 2015 is expected to be in the retail sector – there are a dozen or so retail assets available to buy on the market. The high share of shopping centres forecast for this year is the result of analysis of the length of time assets are being held in real estate funds’ portfolios. The medium-term investment horizon in continental Europe is 6 years, whereas in the UK it is 7 years and 2 months. Another reason why a substantial volume of retail purchases is expected is that owners have already been observed to be looking for buyers for their assets. It is likely that many of them will find interested parties within this year. The third factor in favour of greater investment in commercial real estate such as shopping centres, are the favourable macroeconomic conditions in Poland, which combined with the easing of monetary policy has pushed up the value of properties, making up for the earlier depreciation right after the
Flex market picks up momentum
Flex market picks up momentum
The flexible office market in Poland is growing rapidly. In the upcoming years, we can expect the pace of its development to accelerate. Currently, over 420,000 sqm of flex space a ...
Walter Herz
Optimism returns
Optimism returns
Lower interest rates in the eurozone and the easing of monetary policy in Poland are expected to revive investment in the real estate market. A noticeable increase in the value of ...
Walter Herz
Warehouse developers now more cautious
Warehouse developers now more cautious
Pre-leases are now an important criterium Currently, the highest investment activity is seen for projects that have a secured pre-leasing level of at least 50-60 pct of the spa ...
Avison Young