Return to Office? Still a Work in Progress

Despite growing sentiment among companies, politicians and even cabin fever-infected workers to return to post-covid operations, reports show returning to the office is still a long way from normal.

Data Center Market Shatters Leasing Records

North American data center leasing reached record levels last year, driven by demand from large cloud service providers and social media companies, reported CBRE, Dallas.

Life Science Outperforms Most Niche Sectors

Life science real estate capital markets activity reached a new record last year as investment volume climbed to $18.4 billion, “reflecting immense investor demand and continued liquidity in the cluster markets,” Newmark said in a Life Science Overview and Market Cluster report.

Hotel Recovery Likely to Continue

The hotel sector’s recovery that started last year will likely continue despite current operational hurdles, sector analysts reported.

CBRE: Flex-Office Sector Positioned to Adapt

CBRE, Dallas, said the flex-office sector has grown more sophisticated during the pandemic and is helping employers accommodate changing office-use patterns.