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The Fed’s Rate Hikes: Questions Remain Despite Short-Term Stability
Chairman Jerome Powell's press conferences improve communications with the financial markets, but the Fed's policy of flexibility raises uncertainties about future rate changes, writes Chris Nebenzahl, associate director of research for Yardi Matrix.
Rise in Office Jobs Boosts Listed Rents, Occupancies
Expanding employment in financial services, professional services and IT is lifting asking rates and lowering vacancies, especially in some secondary markets.
Where Are Transactions Moderating?
Supply has remained in check throughout the recovery, and overall fundamentals remain steady, although slowing deal flow may persist for some property types, according to Yardi Matrix's Chris Nebenzahl.
New Guidelines Heighten Interest in Opportunity Zones
Yardi Matrix's Paul Fiorilla describes the challenges that managers should anticipate while they attempt to raise more than $25 billion to invest in the economic development tool.
More Commercial Mortgages for Regional, Local Banks: When Is Enough?
Yardi Matrix Director of Research Paul Fiorilla assesses the risks some financial institutions face at this late stage in the economic recovery.
US Multifamily Supply & Demand Forecasts by Metro
Some of the top 30 U.S. metros over the next five years might be at risk of oversupply—while others might need new units.
Fundamentals Rock Solid in Multifamily, Office Markets
Eight years into solid recovery, should finance and investment professionals smile at their continued good fortune or frown at the thought of the cycle potentially winding down?
Multifamily Deliveries Slow as Worker Scarcity Increases Construction Times
Longer development periods for multifamily assets could have a substantial impact on the market. Here's a look at how.
Uncertainty About Retailers Affecting Mall Deal Activity
In the second quarter of 2017, shopping center deal flow fell at a rate greater than any other major asset class, fueled by concerns about the changing face of retail and whether individual tenants will be able to withstand the impact of e-commerce, notes Yardi Matrix Associate Director of Research
Economy Watch: Retail Market Makes Slow Progress in Q1
CBRE Group's latest U.S. retail report reveals improved demand for retail space in the first quarter of 2016, with better-positioned shopping centers achieving the highest performance.
CBRE Survey Reveals Continued Strong Industry Fundamentals
CBRE's latest cap rates survey predicts business as usual for all property types, but offers a few warnings, as well.
Economy Watch: Office Market Gains Ground in Q1
The U.S. office market started 2016 off strong as demand for space continues to outpace new supply.