Commercial
Commercial property isn’t out of reach, but it does demand a different mindset
NAI Harcourts Australia’s Head of Commercial, Tom Donnelly, says building a sustainable commercial career isn’t about having all the answers, it’s about committing to the process.
“Mr Australia Day” Chris Garnaut seals record-breaking $895m shopping centre deal
Fawkner Property, led by founder Chris Garnaut, has finalised a historic $895 million acquisition of Erina Fair shopping…
From core CBDs to fringe markets: Knight Frank maps Australia’s 2026 commercial upswing
Industrial and retail have led the rebound, but Knight Frank says office and secondary markets will join the…
CBD office markets edge toward a 2026 rebound as supply tightens
Improving vacancy figures, limited supply and renewed institutional interest point to stronger conditions for prime CBD office assets…
San Francisco’s former Westfield mall sold for a tiny fraction of its past value
Once valued in the billions, the former Westfield mall has sold for just USD $133 million (around AUD…
UK and Europe’s property sector struggles to keep pace with green transition
Commercial property owners in the UK and Europe face mounting pressure to slash carbon emissions from their buildings,…
Melbourne office market faces major shift under proposed WFH rules
Victoria’s plan to make working from home a legal right is expected to trigger a major shift in…
New ACCC rules set to reshape commercial property deals with major supermarkets
Commercial property landlords with major supermarket tenants face significant regulatory changes from January 2026, with new mandatory ACCC…
Hong Kong awaits mainland investment as major commercial assets hit the market
Mainland investors tipped to play key role as landmark Hong Kong assets hit the market
Refurb boom in London as eco demand outpaces supply
Financial firms drive uptake of sustainable office upgrades amid scarcity of premium space
European commercial property market stagnates as recovery falters
Hopes of a rebound in Europe’s commercial property sector have faded in 2025, with sales volumes stagnating, investor…
How TikTok’s demographic shift could reshape Australian commercial property
As TikTok’s user base matures, Australian commercial property stakeholders must prepare for a shift in retail expectations, tenant…
India overtakes APAC peers as commercial property sentiment holds strong
India has emerged as the most resilient commercial real estate market in the Asia-Pacific region, outpacing traditionally strong…
Quality counts: European banks told to watch risky real estate loans
The European Central Bank is urging lenders to tread carefully, particularly when financing commercial properties in less desirable…
London just beat every city on earth for property investment
Over the past decade, London has cemented itself as the undisputed global magnet for commercial property investment, drawing…
What is the commercial property outlook for 2025?
The top 7 predictions for Australian commercial property in 2025
Foreign investors drive commercial property sales to $11.5 billion
Foreign investors have made a significant return to Australia's commercial property market, driving sales to $11.5 billion in…
Online retail slowdown raises questions over industrial property
Online retail sales have started to plateau after the Covid lockdown-led boom, and it could have significant implications…
Appetite for investment: Australia’s fast food frenzy
One of Australia’s largest fast food portfolios in years has hit the market in NSW’s Illawarra region, on…
Retail thriving despite tight-spending environment
Despite a cost of living crisis, retail properties have experienced a revival this year, with rising interest in…
Office assets becoming the new “alternative asset”
Demand for office assets has plummeted in recent years, with some experts now suggesting they could soon be…
Shani Costi appointed general manager at Costi Cohen
Commercial property buyers agency Costi Cohen has appointed Shani Costi as general manager, as it looks to significantly…
Residential yields outperform commercial assets
Rising interest rates have seen yields increase across different asset classes, however, residential property has been steadily outpacing…
Data centres might be the next big alternative asset class
Data centres have quickly become an in-demand asset class, driven by a rising population and tight supply.
Offices changing to meet worker demand: HTW
The nature of the office market is changing to accommodate the evolving needs of workforces according to the…
Commercial property capital growth slides
Capital growth is in negative territory for nearly all commercial asset types and locations across the country according…
Beds and sheds are the new prime assets
Industrial property continues to be the in-demand asset class for institutional investors, however, residential is quickly picking up…
International visitors swarm Australia in a boost for hotel sector
Tourism numbers continue to bounce back from the lows of 2021, supporting a renewed interest in the hotel…
Generative AI to propel global data centre market growth
The rise of generative AI is set to transform the data centre market, making it one of the…
2024 ‘better than predicted’ for commercial property
After a tough few years for commercial property investors, weighed down by rising interest rates, 2024 has started…
Japanese investors targeting Australian commercial property
Japanese investors have been Japanese investors have actively sought out Australian commercial real estate, while Japan itself has…
Australian farm values to reap solid price growth
Australian farmland values have been seeing strong growth in recent years led by high prices and good rainfall,…
Service station sales slow as EVs use expands
With the use of electric vehicles (EVs) on the rise, there are concerns about the future of service…
Coastal office markets continue to see steady demand
Coastal office locations are continuing to see steady demand as growing population numbers in regional areas help boost…
Luxury retail returns to the Sydney CBD
Despite challenging conditions, luxury retailers are increasing their presence in the Sydney CBD and pushing vacancy rates down.