Trends & Insights

Leading women in real estate share their thoughts on what is needed to address recent impacts on equality

It’s getting on for a year since remote work became a mainstream part of working life

Workforce expectations have shifted significantly in the last year amid a surge in remote working

Traditional cleaning methods are being upgraded amid heightened expectations around hygiene

Asia learned the hard way on how to address “sick-building syndrome” so now the rest of the world doesn’t have to

Companies are launching a growing range of initiatives to show employees they care about their health and wellbeing

With women leaving in droves, there’s an increasing focus on flexible work policies

The steadily growing customer expectations in e-commerce are driving digitization in logistics. But not every warehouse is smart yet.

Fewer funds, but with more capital, points to strategic transformation in commercial real estate

Last year flexible space appeared to be a high-profile casualty of the pandemic, but it’s coming back strong as the world adopts new styles of work

High pricing in established markets sees investors branch out

As Europe starts looking to life after lockdown, open air hospitality venues are set to be in high demand

New research shows buildings classified as “healthy” command higher rents

Partnerships top investors’ priority lists amid pandemic travel restrictions

Many companies coming to the end of their leases are delaying big moves until pandemic uncertainty settles

Recent deals show how key players in real estate investment are reshaping their portfolios

ESG criteria are also becoming increasingly crucial for residential real estate. The demands are increasing, not least on the social issue: how can we succeed in reconciling climate protection and affordable housing?

The location of micro-fulfilment centres is a key factor when time is of the essence for a new generation of delivery firms

While the global pandemic was dominating headlines in 2020, airports were getting a makeover and investment funds were taken to task over climate change

Supply chains brace for shipping challenges as online shopping becomes the norm

Progress on data and sustainability has become central to efforts for governments finding success in the region

E-commerce, already on an upward trajectory, is set to play a bigger part than ever in this year’s seasonal spending

During the economic downturn, companies are looking closely at cost savings from doing good

Global leaders gather to discuss overcoming the challenges