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Record Office Take-Up in Berlin in Q2 2026
Berlin's office leasing market recorded a take-up volume of 380,400 sq m in the first half of 2026. This represents a significant increase of around 52% year-on-year (H1 2025: 250,000 sq m).
Martin Polifke • 12/08/2026
European prime rents continue to rise, yields rise slightly for the first time in two years
Europe's top real estate markets remain robust in mid-2026. The latest update of the "DNA of Real Estate" study by Cushman & Wakefield documents continued solid rental price growth in the office, logistics and retail segments.
Martin Polifke • 11/08/2026
Zijad Gibic appointed Head of Office Agency Frankfurt
Cushman & Wakefield has appointed Zijad Gibic as Head of Office Agency Frankfurt. Effective 1 February 2027, Gibic will lead the office leasing team of the international real estate services firm in Germany’s financial capital.
Martin Polifke • 04/08/2026
European Real Estate Markets Continue Stable Recovery as Investors Adopt a More Selective Approach
According to Cushman & Wakefield's latest Investment Atlas, the market continues to transition into a more mature phase of recovery. While identifying opportunities remains important, success increasingly requires precision, discipline and careful asset selection.
Martin Polifke • 28/07/2026
Cologne Office Leasing Market Loses Momentum in Q2 2026
The Cologne office leasing market recorded take-up of approximately 28,300 sq m in the second quarter of 2026. This represents a 36% decline year-on-year. Total office take-up for the first half of 2026 reached 72,600 sq m, also significantly below the comparable period of the previous year.
Martin Polifke • 17/07/2026