Elevated uncertainty is driving financial market volatility Interest rate volatility could create windows of opportunity for investors Uncertainty, volatility and inflation risk support hard asset investments    

Atlanta Fed announces GDP to decline in first quarter The story behind falling consumer sentiment Why the headlines aren’t as scary as they sound  

Three consecutive quarters of positive office space demand may signal a recovery More companies have begun to apply increasingly stringent return to office mandates Office property performance may signal market changes for other property types  

Hiring eases after strong final stretch of 2024. Employers kicked off 2025 by creating 143,000 jobs in January, compared with an average of 166,000 per month last year. About 66,000 of the positions added in January, nearly half the overall net gain, originated from health services fields, while another 34,000 came from retail trade. Although the concentration of hiring momentum within only a handful of industries may…

Why tariffs could boost the CRE performance outlook How tariffs could impact the economy and interest rates Tariffs may lift construction costs, restraining new supply  

Fed holds rates steady; their comments suggest rates will remain higher for longer Will investors finally adapt to the new rate reality? Key takeaways from NMHC and the lending landscape

Retail Sector Well-Anchored Against Potential Turbulence The retail sector entered 2025 with positive momentum. Modest construction, resilient consumer spending and expansion plans from various retailers offer an encouraging outlook. Even if strong economic headwinds emerge, the exceptionally light construction pipeline should reinforce property performance. The 2025 Retail National Investment Forecast is now available to help commercial real estate investors navigate the evolving landscape. Key Features Include: Deep dive into the factors affecting retailers both nationally… Read More

Job creation to slow in 2025 but apartment demand remains sturdy High cost of home ownership to sustain renter renewals Top 5 Multifamily Investment Markets for 2025

Green shoots of economic growth could spark risks Key economic metrics investors should monitor How long-term trends favor commercial real estate

Elevated interest rates likely to curb national hiring trends The leading job creation markets Two resources to help you refine your investment strategy