The themes that will shape global real estate in 2026

Driven by the rapid pace of AI adoption, technology has risen to second place in our global survey of the forces likely to shape real estate in 2026. Demographic and environmental factors slip slightly but remain central, while geopolitical and legislative themes maintain prominence as trade policy and housing affordability rise up political agendas.

There is a mood of renewed optimism as we enter 2026, but investors and occupiers have plenty to navigate. Here are the forces that will define markets in the year ahead.

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