Strong e-commerce activity keeps focus on core industrial markets

The latest research by Transwestern reveals that, although the industrial sector hit a speed bump in the first half of 2020 due to COVID-19, strong demand for industrial space continues to drive robust development, investment and leasing activity nationally. The Elite 11 U.S. industrial markets report tracks growth markets that continue to lure global investors, as these are the most sought-after locations for big-box distribution users, last-mile logistics, e-commerce and manufacturing companies.

“Many sectors of the real estate market have been put on pause since March — but not the industrial real estate sector, which continues to flourish,” said Matt Dolly, research director. “Prior to the pandemic, the core markets led invest