The real estate industry is being revolutionised by change and no sector is immune. Meanwhile, demographic and technological change is creating fresh opportunities for investors in both traditional and emerging asset classes. Here we explore how the markets are responding to those wider shifts alongside data and forecasts across all property sectors.
Property investors can look forward to better times ahead, as cyclical headwinds subside. The Savills global research network anticipates a recovery in real estate capital markets, with investment activity and capital values expected to improve in 2025.
A more positive economic outlook is set to fuel renewed market activity in 2025, while demographic, environmental and technological drivers continue to pose challenges – and present opportunities.
Rental growth and increased take-up across most global markets signal a positive outlook for occupiers, albeit with regional and industry-specific variation.
As shopping becomes more experiential, the importance of surrounding public spaces has increased – but balancing consumer experience with practical concerns is key.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising data centres, creating unprecedented expansion and investment opportunities – but this sustained growth is revealing new challenges
A comparative analysis of the monthly cost of buying vs renting prime residential property in World Cities
After a sharp downturn in real estate capital markets, sentiment is starting to turn. But how quickly will recovery follow? We project global real estate investment will rise by 7% to US$747 billion in 2024, with further growth to US$952 billion forecast for 2025.
London leads with the highest costs, while nearshoring and supply chain diversification has boosted markets in Mexico and Vietnam.
We’ve been tracking prime residential property in global cities for nearly 20 years. We explain how geopolitical and economic events have impacted the Savills World Cities Prime Residential Index.
Whilst manufacturers have spoken at lengths about nearshoring, unravelling global supply chains isn’t easy and comes at a cost.
2023 was a chastening year for many real estate investors. But despite the headlines, it is important not to get existential.
Skilled workers are congregating in new – and often surprising – clusters around the world. The Savills Future Workforces Index reveals the existing and emerging talent hotspots across the world
The Covid-19 pandemic kickstarted a new era of higher interest rates and increased macroeconomic volatility. How have real estate investors responded to this inflection point? And what comes next?
Asia’s cities lead the way in Savills Growth Hubs Index
Over the coming decades, trillions of dollars will be spent on public transport, green energy generation, digital connectivity and sustainability projects. And where infrastructure leads, real estate follows
Global housing supply has failed to keep pace with rising populations. Boosting supply levels needs to be at the heart of any housing affordability strategy
Scale and workforce talent remain key pillars of success in the latest Savills Resilient Cities Index. But a number of smaller, nimbler cities are gaining ground on the back of strong ESG credentials.
We’re at an inflection point in the global macroeconomic and geopolitical environment. Future patterns of cross-border investment will affect the evolution of real estate capital markets
The world’s office stock must adapt to meet the needs of employers, employees and the cities in which they work. This means its owners have challenges to face and decisions to make
In the fifth of our Offices in Equilibrium Q&A series, Cyril Robert, Head of Research at Savills in Paris, explores the reasons behind the city’s reduced demand for office space – and it isn’t all down to the aftershocks of hybrid working
In the third of our Offices in Equilibrium Q&A series, Australia’s Chris Naughtin, National Director of Capital Markets Research, explain how prime office space in central business districts is essential for talent retention
In the fourth of our Offices in Equilibrium Q&A series, Alan Cheong, Executive Director of Research and Consultancy at Savills Singapore, explains the impact of hybrid working on an office-centric culture and why ESG concerns from overseas tenants will drive the repurposing of sub-prime properties
In the second of our Offices in Equilibrium Q&A series, Marisha Clinton, Vice President, Research East at Savills in New York City, explains that while utilisation rates haven’t hit pre-pandemic levels, deep-pocketed tenants are trying to secure prime office space
In the first of our Offices in Equilibrium Q&A series, Mat Oakley, Head of Savills UK and European Commercial Property Research, explains that while average take-up is down 10-15% in London, many companies are looking to upsize
Prime shopping streets are proving more resilient than predicted, driven by reimagined retail spaces and e-commerce brands building a bricks-and-mortar presence. Is this a long-term renaissance or a passing trend.
From an original 15 schemes in 1993 to about 700 today – and a predicted 1,200 by the end of the decade – branded residences are on a rapid growth trajectory. What are the main drivers behind the trend?
Our forecasts point to more muted capital value growth in world city prime residential markets this year, but some locations are set to outperform.
The unpredictable nature of climate change has affected some ski areas more than others. How are they responding?
European investment is set to rebound to 20% growth, while the Middle East real estate market will be driven by non-oil investment expansion
Macroeconomic factors point to a broad rebound in US real estate activity, with the flight to quality defining the shape of investment and rental performance
Driven by demographic trends and technological developments, investment in the living sectors and data centres is poised for growth
Next year should be a better one for global property investors, with a sustained bounce back expected. However, regional variations remain
The economic outlook will remain front and centre for investors in 2024, but other drivers of returns should not be discounted.
Global prime office markets remain open for business as occupiers search for top-quality spaces in cities around the world.
Global real estate capital markets remain forlorn, with risk-averse sentiment hitting all sectors and all geographies. But with interest rates now peaking, the first pre-condition for stability has been met. More certainty around interest rates and borrowing costs should help to facilitate a floor in pricing, and eventually, a recovery in investment activity.
The real estate industry needs to adopt a proactive approach to ensure balance between supply and demand in an ever-evolving office market. Central to this is the provision of top-tier offices and the strategic repurposing of lower-quality assets.
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Despite economic uncertainty and higher interest rates, global residential markets have shown remarkable resilience.
Our new index looks at the factors that make a successful prime second-home destination and consider how the best have retained their longevity.
The value of the world’s real estate might have dipped in 2022 — but property remains the biggest store of global wealth by some margin.
Prime warehousing rents continue to rise, but the pace of growth moderates after the pandemic-induced surge. Where has this left the global warehousing cost league?
Prime residential rents are rising more quickly than capital values in the face of high demand for a limited pool of quality stock
Economic growth has proven to be resilient this year, and incoming data has consistently beat expectations. But this is supporting ‘sticky’ inflation, forcing central banks to ratchet up interest rates in response.
The flight to prime has been a frequently discussed trend across the office world; nowhere more so than in the United States, where sticky work-from-home trends have encouraged occupiers to look for top quality spaces to attract their talent back into the office.
Disruption is easing post-Covid, but geopolitical tensions and more insular government policies are redefining how businesses manage their supply chains
The global real estate market has changed, but the green transition and growing urban populations present new opportunities for investors
The Covid-19 pandemic changed people’s shopping habits. But recent figures suggest the seemingly relentless rise in online shopping – at the expense of the high street – is slowing down
People of 50 and older – many with accumulated wealth – will drive prime residential markets around the world over the next decade
How can cities foster innovation and attract talent when costs and inflation are pushing young businesses to the margins? And how are cities addressing residential affordability and quality of life to draw such talent?
Investors are turning to alternative property sectors for resilient returns and growth opportunities
Interest rate rises may be nearing their peak, but where they settle will have long-term implications for real-estate investors
Covid-19 changed office-based working almost overnight. But the rise of new work patterns isn’t the only factor determining future demand. How are different work cultures and changing needs shaping office availability around the world?
More private funds are investing in clean energy projects, but this needs to grow significantly to meet global net-zero targets
Economic headwinds continue to batter global real estate markets, but the medium-term outlook is brighter, with signs of growth returning later this year
In the aftermath of the pandemic, people are returning to the world’s great cities to live and work. But global turmoil remains. Head of World Research Paul Tostevin examines how cities are faring in the latest Savills World Cities Prime Residential Index
As the bears reign supreme, central banks search for the elusive ‘Goldilocks Zone’, says Oliver Salmon
Which global markets and sectors have solid fundamentals and good prospects for growth? Eri Mitsostergiou lists our top picks and the themes that inform them
Prime multifamily and logistics opportunities will underpin a more optimistic year for real estate investors in 2023, says Michael Soto
Our 2023 guide to prime residential capital value growth in world cities
New trade agreements and low-cost competitiveness remain the key drivers of the ‘New Economy’, especially in south-east Asia and India, says Simon Smith
Multifamily residential units, student accommodation, logistics and core offices will be some of the prime areas for real estate investors in Europe and the Middle East in the new year, say Lydia Brissy (Europe) and Swapnil Pillai (Middle East)
Several things will happen in retail property in the coming decade that will cause a fundamental change to how we use and design spaces and who we lease them to.
Current real estate valuations are being stretched by a precipitous rise in interest rates, but the economy has an equally important role in what follows.
Warehousing rents have risen sharply, but in an inflationary environment other input costs have risen even faster. Where does that leave rental affordability, and which markets still offer value?
While the top of the Savills Resilient Cities Index remains relatively unchanged, which new cities are breaking into the top 20?
As life science investment continues apace, we explore the global trends that will shape the sector in the future
As student costs rise across the globe, a strong US dollar makes European markets look even better value to international students, supporting the development of purpose built student accommodation.
The just-in-time model of supply has been exposed. Is it time to bring manufacturing production closer to home?
From creative experiences to emerging markets, Marie Hickey examines four global trends that will shape the future of prime retail destination cities
As global cities spring back to life, buyers are reconnecting with their prime residential markets
High demand requires more logistics real estate than ever. The sector is turning to some innovative solutions
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The pandemic highlighted the life science sector’s worldwide importance. But what does the future hold for the industry — and what role will real estate have to play?
Institutional investment shifts to large-scale rental housing in search of stable yields and reliable income – and overtakes office investment in the process
Savills Global CEO on the importance of real estate in bringing people together
Creating social value means taking into consideration not just market value, but also the benefits that property brings to society says Sarah Forster, CEO and co-founder of The Good Economy
We examine the global trends and in-demand assets for 2022
The global economy is expected to continue its recovery in 2022, although the easy gains are mostly confined to the past
Our 2022 guide to prime residential capital value growth in world cities
Net zero push will create value-add opportunities
Core markets, niche sectors to lead in 2022
Recovery powers ahead as multifamily and industrial take center stage
Industrial demand could grow as e-commerce flourishes
The relationship between real estate and inflation is more nuanced than conventional wisdom suggests
Property is the world’s biggest store of wealth. Residential has pushed its value to new heights
Residential property transactions are increasing across the world
The Savills Resilient Cities Index identifies the cities best placed to adapt to change
Can previous economic downturns predict the shape of recovery from the pandemic?
Our global research heads forecast future leasing and investment activity
Changing priorities are shaping residential real estate markets
The influence of private wealth in prime residential markets
Lauren Sorkin, Executive Director, Resilient Cities Network
Mark Ridley, Group CEO Savills, introduces our theme of Evolve
Warehouse demand is surging. We assess the cost equation for occupiers
A radical rethink of urban development is needed to meet our changing lifestyles
Our city reports examine established and challenger cities in four sectors
We examine the global trends and in-demand assets for 2021
Our 2021 guide to prime residential capital value growth in world cities
We see a return of cross-border investment and competitive deal making
Expanding Big Tech remains a bright spot for 2021
Investment strategies to focus on low-risk assets and income stability
Exploring residential transaction volumes and prices since Covid-19
Our team of experts examine the evolving office market across 10 key global cities
Global luxury expansion is experiencing a geographic rebalancing to Asia-Pacific
Real estate investors are anticipating higher demand from life science companies
Industrial investment is at record highs. We examine the trends and opportunities
How Covid-19 has impacted real estate investment during the first six months of 2020
Will Covid-19 hasten a trend towards regional supply chains and nearshoring?
From residential to retail, offices to logistics, the long-term impact of Covid-19
We assess the opportunities for real estate as global trade and production shifts
Mark Ridley introduces an Impacts programme that examines industry tipping points and the effects of Covid-19
Where investors look to find the risk/return values they need from the market
New investment in life sciences will trigger high demand for real estate
Despite a volatile market, real estate remains attractive compared with other asset classes
Investor insight into how real estate investments and strategies are evolving
Investor insight into how real estate investments and strategies are evolving
Can China’s approach help other countries design an effective response to Covid-19?
We examine the real estate trends and hot-pick assets for investors in 2020
Our 2020 guide to prime residential capital value growth in world cities
The rise of e-commerce is driving demand for logistics space, while the outlook for prime offices is positive
Against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, regional uncertainties linger. India and Vietnam are future bright spots
A booming tech sector will provide opportunities for office, industrial and multifamily investment in US tech cities
We highlight the factors driving construction activity in 20 countries
Real estate continues to attract a healthy level of cross-border demand. We examine the busiest routes for investment
Technology, demographics and leadership will disrupt the world’s top cities
The factors influencing prime residential real estate prices in key world cities
How the markets are shaped by international buyers
How the current climate of political upheaval will affect the global economy and real estate
As more retail shifts online, delivery facilities are moving closer to population centres
How the additional costs of second home ownership add up across the world
The region is set to play a key role in the coming decades
And what could it mean for occupational and investment markets around the world?
How the market is changing, from tech disruption to Spain’s resurgence
Rising residential costs push Hong Kong back to the top of the Savills Live/Work Index
The risks of core markets and a search for alternatives
Chinese cities recorded world-beating house price growth in 2017
The world’s real-estate value has reached a new high, underlining its global economic role
All eyes are on Chinese debt growth, but is it really a threat to global markets and real estate?
With yields for traditional assets low, is it time to look further afield to create income?
There is support for an 18-year property cycle, but not everyone is convinced. Our three experts bring their views to the table
We asked the heads of local markets to position the rent level for different sectors in their cities on our Savills ‘wave’
To plan for and invest in a built environment that will outlast us, we need to redefine and reassess risk
With the prospect of future interest rate rises, we assess the real-estate implications
How does his £10,000 a year income translate to current values?
Land values in Chicago from 1830 to 1933 show that real-estate history has a habit of repeating itself
We take a look at some of the best economic performers across the globe