But by how much will the growing strength of this trend be reflected in the portfolios that developers and investors hold? Looking at last year’s financial results for the sector, you might have some doubts. The March get-together in Cannes always serves as an excellent barometer of the market, allowing us to foresee any coming storms or to glimpse the sunshine that is still hiding behind the clouds. In 2021, MIPIM took on a very specific role when the event made its return to the calendar after the turbulence of the pandemic, but it didn’t take long for the next shock to hit us. Nonetheless, one of the most invaluable advantages for journalists is the opportunity to speak to a large number of market players, giving us access to market information straight from the horse’s mouth, unfiltered by marketing departments and without all the official dressing. I’ll let you in on a secret of mine: if you want to know what’s happening on the European investment sce