What matters most right now in Commercial Real Estate. Business leaders join economic, industry and subject matter experts to share their distinct views and lat...
Georgia on My Mind: Why global brands, tech talent and Hollywood are flocking to Atlanta
Hala Moddelmog of the Woodruff Arts Center and CBRE’s Nicole Goldsmith discuss Atlanta's economic and cultural development, highlighting the role of diverse talent, sports, the arts and entertainment and a welcoming business climate in its rise.Share these insights from this week’s episode: Corporate support, cultural institutions and educational resources fuel Atlanta's economic development.The growing preference for mixed-use environments and high-amenity office spaces has attracted global brands and talent.Major sporting events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and strategic urban development projects will continue to shape Atlanta's global standing.Addressing infrastructure challenges, particularly in the transit system, are key to supporting future growth.One of the most educated cities in the U.S., Atlanta’s ability to retain its diverse, highly skilled workforce is critical for sustained success.
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Stronger: Two leading economists on what’s ahead for real estate in 2025
What will 2025 hold for the global economy and real estate? Selma Hepp, CoreLogic Chief Economist, and Richard Barkham, CBRE Global Chief Economist, discuss where they see opportunities and challenges and a few things to keep an eye on.Share these insights from this week’s episode: Despite continued high interest rates, the economy is expected to perform well in the near term, driven by a resilient consumer.Housing sales are expected to remain subdued due to persistently high mortgage rates and ongoing affordability Issues.Real estate is at the beginning of a new cycle with retail and industrial particularly well positioned.Increased insurance costs and property taxes have exacerbated housing affordability challenges.
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Into the Mystic: WSJ’s ‘most accurate forecaster’ on where the economy is headed [encore - 06.10.24]
Back in June, Belinda Román, 2023’s most accurate forecaster, according to The Wall Street Journal, and CBRE Econometric Advisors’ Dennis Schoenmaker opine on the art, science and technology involved in predicting the ebbs and flows of the global economy.Insights to Share: Belinda Román, Associate Professor of Economics at St. Mary’s University, expects GDP growth of 3% this year.CBRE EA’s Dennis Schoenmaker expects GDP to hover around 2%.Even with slower economic growth, there will be opportunities in commercial real estate.Regional, national and global forecasting requires a deep understanding of the available data.In commercial real estate, where information has historically been opaque, future forecasting can be enhanced by AI.
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Back in Time: Reflections on 2024
It's that time of year - when we reflect on milestone moments of our fifth season. 2024 had some major themes including artificial intelligence's impact on commercial real estate, office conversions, evolving market conditions—and re-examine them all, as well as take our beginning-of-the-year economic forecasts to task to see how it turned out.
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Wide Open Spaces: Shaping the Future of Dallas
Dallas is a dynamic, fast-evolving city whose diversified economy and business friendly policies make it an attractive place for investors and companies. Longtime Dallas developers Lucy Billingsley and Lucy Burns offer insights into the city’s future.Share these insights from this week’s episode: Dallas offers plentiful industrial and multifamily real estate opportunities thanks to its rapid growth and economic diversification.Investors and businesses benefit from Dallas' pro-business policies and relatively low tax burdens.Demand for convenience and amenities is driving the trend toward master-planned communities that offer live-work-play environments.Dallas’s growth hinges on continuing infrastructure investment, including transportation and public services to support its expanding population.
What matters most right now in Commercial Real Estate. Business leaders join economic, industry and subject matter experts to share their distinct views and latest thinking. The Weekly Take is hosted by Spencer Levy, CBRE’s Senior Economic Advisor and Global Client Strategist. More at cbre.com/TheWeeklyTake