CRE Lending Increases in Q1 Despite Market Volatility, CBRE Finds

Commercial real estate lending surged in the first quarter, driven by higher financing volumes and “robust” activity from banks, though caution persists due to government policy and economic uncertainty impacting Treasury yields, according to CBRE, Dallas.

CBRE: Data Centers See Strong 2024

CBRE, Dallas, reported supply in primary data center markets increased by 34% year-over-year in 2024, significantly more than the 26% increase in 2023.

CBRE Forecasts Steady Hotel Sector Growth

CBRE, Dallas, forecasts that hotel revenue per available room will grow steadily in 2025 and urban locations will outperform due to improved travel and the recovery of inbound international travel.

Investors Poised to Deploy More Capital in 2025: CBRE

CBRE, Dallas, said investors are gearing up to inject more capital into the U.S. commercial real estate market this year, driven by favorable pricing and despite the challenges posed by interest rate fluctuations.

CBRE: Retail Market Faces Space Shortage

The United States is under-retailed by 200 million square feet amid rising consumer demand, CBRE, Dallas, found in a recent analysis.

CBRE: Strong Office Conversion Pipeline Will Boost Downtowns

CBRE, Dallas, said office conversions have had a great 2024, with 73 completed and another 30 scheduled for delivery by year-end–the most since the firm began tracking conversion projects eight years ago.