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Spotlight: AI and the Future of Physical Retail
What does AI mean for the future of the physical store?


Spotlight: AI and the Future of Physical Retail
Abstract
What does AI mean for the future of the physical store?
2026 - Market in Minutes Q1 2026
The Dutch real estate market showed renewed momentum in Q1 2026, driven mainly by residential and healthcare assets. Investment rose to €3.3 billion, though recovery remains uneven. Foreign capital stayed limited, widening the divide between prime and secondary locations. Investors are increasingly selective, with quality, sustainability and adaptability becoming key to performance.


2026 - Market in Minutes Q1 2026
Abstract
The Dutch real estate market showed renewed momentum in Q1 2026, driven mainly by residential and healthcare assets. Investment rose to €3.3 billion, though recovery remains uneven. Foreign capital stayed limited, widening the divide between prime and secondary locations. Investors are increasingly selective, with quality, sustainability and adaptability becoming key to performance.


Prime High Street
"Milan’s Via Monte Napoleone tops the ranking as Europe’s most expensive retail street"


Shopping Centres
"Footfall recovery may be lagging, but basket spend on the up"


Retail Parks
"Rising footfall and falling vacancy; retail parks continue to out perform"
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Occupier Trends
"What are the new and most expansive segments and brands to watch?"


Retail Investment
"Retail investment activity remains relatively resilient and accounts for 17% of total European investment volumes, its largest share since 2016"


Repurposing & Sustainability
"Diversification is happening and often under the radar"


European Retail Market Outlook
"What do the next 12 months have in store?"


UK Housing Market Update - December 2023


Spotlight: European Office Outlook – December 2023
"European office take-up to marginally increase in 2024, as occupiers seek the best of the best"


Spotlight: European Logistics Outlook – November 2023
"While the European economy continues to struggle under the strain of tight monetary policy, there are signs of stabilisation in both the occupier and investment markets"

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