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Immostat market indicators for H1 2026
Laurence Bouard • July 06, 2026
Retail Parks: A Resilient Retail Format Entering a New Phase of Transformation
After two decades of rapid expansion, retail parks are entering a new phase of maturity. As new developments slow, growth is increasingly driven by extensions, refurbishments and the redevelopment of existing retail areas. Supported by strong leasing fundamentals, a more diversified tenant mix and sustained investor demand, retail parks continue to demonstrate their ability to adapt to changing retailer strategies, consumer expectations and territorial challenges.
Laurence Bouard • June 04, 2026
From stone to algorithm: the renewal of the data center in the age of AI
Cushman & Wakefield’s latest study highlights the profound transformation of data centers driven by generative artificial intelligence. The global market is expected to more than double by 2030, fueled by surging computing demand, particularly for inference workloads and large language models.
While the United States remains the dominant market, Europe and Asia-Pacific are rapidly expanding their development pipelines. AI-related demand could account for up to 90% of total data center usage by 2030.
France stands out thanks to its low-carbon energy mix and strong nuclear capacity, reinforcing its strategic role in Europe, with Paris emerging as a leading hub. Data centers are increasingly seen as a hybrid asset class between real estate and infrastructure, attracting growing investment flows projected to exceed €90 billion in France by 2035.
Laurence Bouard • May 11, 2026
the lifecycle of logistics warehouses
Cushman & Wakefield releases a groundbreaking study on the lifecycle of logistics warehouses in France. With rising technical, regulatory, and ESG standards, nearly half of the warehouse stock may require upgrades. Obsolescence is categorized into five types: structural, technical, regulatory, geographical, and economic. The study highlights three strategies to manage long-term value: anticipate, sustain, and transform assets. Three case studies (BARJANE, PANATTONI, LOGICOR) showcase these strategies through construction, renovation, and densification projects. The goal is to extend warehouse lifespan and value while meeting evolving market demands.
Laurence Bouard • March 31, 2026
European Hotel Investor Compass 2026
Italy is the most attractive destination in Europe for hotel investment in 2026.
Milan tops the ranking of European cities, ahead of Madrid and Rome.
Italy ranks first among the most attractive European regions for investment in the hotel sector in 2026, with an attractiveness index of 4.2 out of 5, surpassing the Iberian Peninsula (4.1) and France (3.6). This is according to the fifth edition of the European Hotel Investor Compass, the annual report by Cushman & Wakefield based on a survey conducted between December 2025 and February 2026 among 74 institutional investors in Europe, including private equity funds, REITs and other institutional investors who, over the five-year period 2020–2025, invested a total of around €18 billion in the European hotel sector.Francesco Calia • March 30, 2026
Cushman & Wakefield Appoints Amy Cooper As Head Of Project & Development Services, UK & Ireland
Cooper succeeds Nic Wilkinson who has been promoted to a permanent regional role as Vice President, Project & Development Services EMEA.
Vikki McCrindle • February 10, 2026
Cushman & Wakefield Hires Partner To Lead Its Yorkshire And North East Logistics & Industrial Team
Cushman & Wakefield has appointed Jake Pygall as Partner within its Logistics & Industrial team.
Vikki McCrindle • January 19, 2026
Laurence Bouard • January 08, 2026
Cushman & Wakefield Hires Partner To Lead North West Logistics & Industrial Team
Cushman & Wakefield has appointed James Lewis as a Partner within its national Logistics & Industrial team.
Vikki McCrindle • December 09, 2025
Cushman & Wakefield’s UK Retail Team Adds Mike Bumford As Partner
Bumford joins from Knight Frank’s national retail agency team where he advised landlord clients on retail schemes across the UK, as well as acquiring space on behalf of national occupiers.
Vikki McCrindle • December 01, 2025
Cushman & Wakefield Welcomes Valuation & Advisory Partners To Its UK Living Business
Senior hires Paul Winstanley and Beth Hill join as Partners from JLL
Vikki McCrindle • September 15, 2025
