Trends &amp; insights

Why companies are still pursuing sustainability goals

During the economic downturn, companies are looking closely at cost savings from doing good

October 26

Economic Insights: A “Boys of Summer” Economy?

Retail sales were up as consumers started spending but there’s a chance we didn’t appreciate it while it was happening

Research October 22

Why a potential vaccine is creating a boom in cold storage

Parallel to the race to create a vaccine is a race to secure warehouses to store them

October 21

PODCAST—How much do you know about the air you’re breathing?

Beyond ventilation – creating cleaner office air

Research October 20

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City Governance and Real Estate in a Post-COVID World

JLL and The Business of Cities set out why City Governance is becoming more of a differentiator for real estate, and the implications for investors, developers and occupiers.

Research October 27

How cities are paving the way to a carbon-neutral future

Global leaders gather to discuss overcoming the challenges

October 23

How new metrics are aiding today’s portfolio decision-making

As investors and large corporates rethink their office portfolios, new metrics are being used to analyse their current space and ensure they’re fit for purpose

September 30

Why green roofs are a must-have for modern cities

Traditionally given over to ventilation shafts or solar panels, today’s rooftops are increasingly becoming green spaces as part of a drive towards cleaner cities

September 23

COVID-19 Impact: Offices will find a new purpose

How the global pandemic changed the workplace and is defining a new purpose of the office.

Research September 01

How AI is trimming the fat in foodservice

Artificial intelligence may be in its infancy in the foodservice industry but it’s got huge potential

August 26

Can online shopping help save malls?

How landlords are making shopping centers part of the supply chain

August 18

Why vertical farming is on the up

Investors and supermarket chains are becoming increasingly involved in the niche sector

August 12

Global Real Estate Perspective August 2020

JLL’s latest Global Real Estate Perspective: Investor and Corporate looks at market dynamics during the second quarter and the impact of COVID-19

Research August 07

Passive fund investment set to boost private real estate market

The US REIT sector has seen more passive fund investment, bringing fundamental change to the market

August 07

How better data is pushing alternative real estate into the mainstream

Growing investor interest and increased transparency in the alternatives sector are self-reinforcing

July 31

Major deal highlights international demand for Europe student housing

Investors are looking beyond the current uncertainty in the higher education market caused by COVID-19, but achieving scale is a challenge

July 29

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Why companies want proof buildings are healthy

Certifications ranking health in office buildings are cropping up in major real estate markets as COVID raises the stakes on employee wellbeing

October 12

How companies are helping returning employees juggle childcare

As people start to go back to work, here are six ways companies are easing the transition

October 01

How new metrics are aiding today’s portfolio decision-making

As investors and large corporates rethink their office portfolios, new metrics are being used to analyse their current space and ensure they’re fit for purpose

September 30

Landlords race to improve air quality in buildings

How COVID-19 has increased interest in air quality testing

September 22

How COVID-19 is changing workplace design

New health standards have companies adapting offices with a focus on tech

August 12

Why building health is the new buzzphrase

From light and temperature to ventilation and cleanliness, building health is now more in focus than ever

August 04

Office leases are getting shorter

Coronavirus is amplifying demand for more flexible commercial real estate

July 13

Office workers' biggest concern? Commuting

Distributed office models could help relieve employee anxiety

July 10

Why remote monitoring is a growth area for today’s buildings

Smart sensors that allow building performance to be monitored from a distance are helping facilities managers to keep properties in good working order

July 01

Workplace apps update for the post-COVID office

As COVID-19 forces companies to rethink their office space and culture, workplaces apps are adapting to include new features and information

June 16

How companies are striking a new balance between office life and remote working

After the great home working experiment caused by COVID-19, companies of all sizes are now reassessing their stance on working from home.

June 01

Visual instructions: Guiding office employees through the new normal

The office environment that employees are returning to is very different to the one they left – and visual indicators are key to explaining the new set-up

May 18

Why a potential vaccine is creating a boom in cold storage

Parallel to the race to create a vaccine is a race to secure warehouses to store them

October 21

Real estate investors looking to property taxes for savings

The pandemic is likely to impact assessments heading into 2021

October 09

Why big-box retail stores are turning into warehouses

Real estate developers are converting large retail centres into warehouses as landlords grapple with online shopping

October 07

Why social awareness at companies is on the rise

Real estate businesses are tuning in to environmental and social needs. But is it here to stay?

October 06

How COVID-19 regulations are changing landlord-tenant dynamics

Hastily enacted regulations addressing a fast-unfolding pandemic have introduced a layer of complexity around leases between tenants and landlords.

September 30

Private investors ramp up real estate strategies amid COVID-19 uncertainty

High Net Worth and Family Office capital is playing an even bigger part in real estate investment across the globe as private investors seek to take advantage of opportunities emerging from ongoing uncertainty.

September 28

Why COVID-19 is driving demand for real-time data

Big data is front and center across a real estate industry hungry for insights

September 17

PODCAST: Why these companies are betting on a future with offices

Australia Post, Facebook, among companies committing to new space in big cities

September 07

Domestic investors boost real estate markets

Countries with deep domestic pools of capital outperformed the broader market in the first half of the year.

September 04

How COVID-19 is accelerating adoption of digital twins in offices

Virtual models support remote monitoring and foster a safe environment for re-entry

September 02

Why landlords are teaming up with flex space operators

Partnerships are bringing space and service together as flexible space demand surges

August 24

Can online shopping help save malls?

How landlords are making shopping centers part of the supply chain

August 18

Why companies are still pursuing sustainability goals

During the economic downturn, companies are looking closely at cost savings from doing good

October 26

How cities are paving the way to a carbon-neutral future

Global leaders gather to discuss overcoming the challenges

October 23

Why convenience stores are becoming more convenient

With grocery shopping shifting to smaller stores, landlords rush to adapt

September 28

Why green roofs are a must-have for modern cities

Traditionally given over to ventilation shafts or solar panels, today’s rooftops are increasingly becoming green spaces as part of a drive towards cleaner cities

September 23

How AI is trimming the fat in foodservice

Artificial intelligence may be in its infancy in the foodservice industry but it’s got huge potential

August 26

Why vertical farming is on the up

Investors and supermarket chains are becoming increasingly involved in the niche sector

August 12

COVID-19 accelerates technology adoption in seniors housing

Investment in health and safety tech helps industry prepare for the “silver tsunami”

July 28

Retail goes contact-free as COVID-19 restrictions lift

Retailers invest in touchless technology, expecting longer-term shifts in consumer behavior

June 23

How cities mobilized to convert spaces into COVID-19 care facilities

While the need for more hospital beds has slowed, cities are now better prepared for a potential second wave of coronavirus

June 02

How COVID-19 is changing the fashion world

Apparel companies adjust as coronavirus impacts retail

May 27

Virtual lecture halls or hopes for campus life? How colleges plan to reopen during COVID-19

E-learning, traffic patterns and off-campus housing are all part of complex strategies to bring students back

May 21