This year will be an inflection point for European real estate markets. The macroeconomic environment remains uncertain and long-term interest rates are likely to remain elevated. This means property returns will be driven by income and investors will have to work harder for them.

Total investment for 2024 amounted to €157bn showing a solid +21% year-on-year increase. Q4 stood out, with a quarterly increase of +50% compared to Q3 2024.