The Weekly Take from CBRE

• All Star: Ray Washburne on cities, retail, restaurants, energy and more

  Ray Washburne is an accomplished investor with an eclectic portfolio that spans shopping centers, restaurants, energy and more. Washburne offers a unique perspective on market trends, Investment opportunities and the the evolution of cities.RetailUnique Identity Wins: Local restaurants and regional brand dining experiences are essential to attracting visitors to a city or neighborhood.Bifurcation of Retail: High-end luxury retailers and those that offervalue to consumers are doing well. OfficeDemolition Over Conversion: Many older offices are being demolished due to high conversion costs and antiquated construction.Amenities Matter: Office buildings with unique amenities are commanding higher rents and driving tenant demand. Cities & The Economy· Urban Revitalization: Cities are experiencing a resurgence with new developments driving growth and investment.· Caution Persists: A large federal deficit, high consumer credit card debt, and sticky inflation are making it essential for investors to be prepared for extended volatility.

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• Sunshine: Shaping the Future of Miami

  Swire Properties’ Henry Bott and CBRE's Troy Ballard examine Miami's growth, appeal to global investors and the Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Swire's luxury condominium project on Brickell Key Island.Share these insights about opportunities in Miami: Miami is thriving: The city is growing rapidly, with strong demand for housing driven by an increasing population.Luxury housing is in demand: The Residences at Mandarin Oriental is a prime example of the demand for high-end housing in Miami.International investors: Miami’s multi-faceted appeal is attracting buyers from around the world.Demographics are changing: Brickell, for instance, has attracted a younger population base.Adaptive re-use opportunities: The office market in Miami has softened, but conversion and redevelopment projects are underway.

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• New Madrid: Investment capital eyes a rising southern Europe star

  Stoneshield Capital’s Juan Pepa and CBRE's Adolfo Ramirez-Escudero discuss Spain's economic renaissance, which has engendered bountiful investment opportunities.Share these insights about investment opportunities in Spain: Spain has great fundamentals: Gone are the dog days following the Global Financial Crisis. Spain's high economic growth rate has made it an attractive investment destination.Focus on alternative real estate sectors: Some of Spain’s strongest sectors are student housing, life sciences and seniors housing.Renewable energy is in demand: Interest in energy and sustainable infrastructure, particularly around data centers and the industrial sectors, is high.Big pharma has a big presence: A consolidation of big pharma companies makes the region attractive for life sciences investment.It’s a business-friendly environment: Incentive programs and a supportive regulatory environment has drawn inbound capital.

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• The Comeback: Opportunities abound in San Francisco

  This week we shine a spotlight on San Francisco, a market that is showing increasing signs of shaking off the post-pandemic doldrums. Listen to a wide-ranging discussion as The Bay Area Council's Jim Wunderman and CBRE's Joe Wallace explore the growing impact of AI on local economy and real estate market, opportunities across sectors, public-private collaborations and the city's budding revival.Share these insights from this week’s episode: Tech and AI Potential: The growth of AI is contributing to an economic revival in San Francisco.Office-Space Dynamics: Office leasing improved notably in San Francisco in Q4 2024, driven by its strong tech tenant base.Housing Development: Increasing the availability of affordable housing is vital for maintaining the city's workforce and economic growth.Infrastructure Improvements: Enhancing transportation—including the city’s historic trolley—and other infrastructure systems will support the region's growth.Cultural and Tourism Appeal: San Francisco's unique culture, diversity and lifestyle continue to attract talent and investment.

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• More Than a Feeling: The business value of a desirable workplace

  Jamie Hodari, CBRE's CEO of Building Operations & Experience, spotlights where he sees the biggest opportunity across commercial real estate: workplace experience. He discusses how a company’s space can attract tenants and enhance the employee experience, enriching people’s lives and increasing business effectiveness.Share these insights from this week’s episode: Everything is operational real estate: Real estate companies are evolving from asset focused businesses to operating platforms, requiring high-quality management relentlessly focused on workplace experience.AI and data utilization are no longer nice-to-haves: Using AI to manage and interpret data is crucial for optimizing building operations.Markets are adapting to accommodate hybrid work models with flexible office usage: Urban markets especially put significant emphasis on making downtown areas vibrant.Finance institutions are catching up: The finance industry must recognize and adapt to the operational nature of modern real estate.Flight-to-quality is expanding: The focus for landlords and occupiers will increasingly be on creating spaces that people find enriching and valuable, not just functional.

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