LightBox has reported a sharp rise in its February 2025 LightBox CRE Activity Index, which climbed to 96.1, up from 80.7 in January and 75.8 a year ago. This 19 percent month-over-month and 27 percent year-over-year increase signals a continued rebound in commercial real estate (CRE) activity, even as the market navigates shifting federal policies and economic uncertainty.
“February’s sharp rise underscores the resilience of CRE deal-making, despite an evolving policy landscape and broader economic uncertainty,” said Manus Clancy, head of data strategy at LightBox. “Investors and lenders are navigating selective opportunities as they weigh the impact of interest
