Cushman & Wakefield has released its Midpoint 2025 Outlook, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the U.S. economy and commercial real estate markets as they navigate a complex post-inflationary landscape. Although there are challenges presented by higher tariffs and policy uncertainty, property markets are expected to be resilient before gaining more momentum in 2026 as a stronger growth backdrop emerges.
“The commercial real estate (CRE) sector entered 2025 on relatively solid ground, with certain segments even gaining momentum”, said Rebecca Rockey, deputy chief economist and global head of forecasting at Cushman & Wakefield. “Even now, amidst the uncertainty, the capital markets are continuing to thaw, capital is plowing back into the property sector, and leasing fundamentals are largely holding up well. With property, the devil i
