Cushman & Wakefield Forecasts US CRE Market Shift to Optimism in 2026 with Renewed Momentum and Clearer Visibility Across Leasing and Capital Markets.

Cushman & Wakefield forecasts a US CRE market shift from resilience to optimism in 2026. Despite uncertain macroeconomic factors, the US economy is expected to grow at 1.9% in 2025 and 1.7% in 2026, driven by AI-driven investment. Capital markets are showing clear tailwinds, with debt availability and pricing improving, institutional sales increasing, and pricing resetting. Leasing markets are also expected to improve, with quality space tightening and premiums rising for well-located space.