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Glob­al Real Es­tate Stra­tegic Out­look 2026

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Real Estate

1/30/2026

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Simon Wallace

Global Co-Head of Real Estate Research

Kevin White

Global Co-Head of Real Estate Research

In this re­port

  • Global Real Estate: Entering a New Growth Phase
  • Opportunities Amid Supply Shortages and Structural Shifts
  • Shaping the Future: Demographics, Geopolitics, and Technology

Global Real Estate: Entering a New Growth Phase

The global real estate market appears to have transitioned from correction to recovery, with 2025 marking a return to growth across the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Attractive entry yields, robust rent growth, and anticipated interest rate cuts are expected to create conditions that could support for above-average annual returns over the next five years. Success in this evolving landscape is likely to depend on strategic city and sector selection, and a continued global focus for Residential and Industrial sectors.

Opportunities Amid Supply Shortages and Structural Shifts

Limited development pipelines and rising construction costs are contributing to supply constraints, especially in Residential real estate, which appears to be fuelling rental growth and supporting active investment strategies like refurbishment and development. Industrial remains a key investment theme, in our view, while the Retail and Office sectors present selective opportunities, particularly in cities where supply constraints meet sustained demand. Market participants may wish to consider both core and value-add strategies, as well as alternative lending opportunities, as potential ways to seek attractive returns in a tightening market.

Shaping the Future: Demographics, Geopolitics, and Technology

Long-term investment themes are being influenced by powerful structural drivers. Demographic shifts, such as migration and aging populations, are reshaping housing and retail demand. Geopolitical factors, including trade policies and global uncertainty, are influencing logistics and manufacturing strategies. Technology—especially AI and automation— appears to be transforming demand for office and logistics assets, while also potential opportunities for repositioning and enhancing resilience. 

Global Real Estate Strategic Outlook 2026
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