BNP Paribas Real Estate Investment Management (BNP Paribas REIM) has identified five investment trends for 2026 after a year of flat investment and macroeconomic divergence in 2025.
Europe enters 2026 with signs of a gradual recovery. The euro zone is enjoying stabilized inflation and more predictable financial conditions despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. With liquidity tight and competition heating up, value creation depends on effective drivers: clear allocation, focused investments and lease optimization. The most robust prospects for the coming years lie in healthcare and hospitality, which are underpinned by lasting structural trends. Traditional sectors, such as offices and retail, are also among the top picks in many national markets.
Five key investment trends in 2026:
European economies are proving resilient. After showing resilience, European growth is expected to pick up in 2026 as uncertainties surrounding trade policy fade and the financi
