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Asian capital drives Central Europe property boom
Real estate   |   22 December, 2025 at 7:19 AM

Asian capital drives Central Europe property boom

Central Europe's commercial real estate sector is experiencing a transformation, with Hungary leading the recovery through an 86% year-on-year increase in investment driven by Asian capital from China and South Korea. The CATL factory in Debrecen and BYD in Szeged, along with the planned Volvo plant in Košice, Slovakia, are reshaping the region's industrial landscape and creating demand for logistics space.

CEE property markets set for growth in 2026 amid supply gaps and modernization
Real estate   |   16 December, 2025 at 3:01 PM

CEE property markets set for growth in 2026 amid supply gaps and modernization

Colliers has published a new report focusing on CEE, examining economic and real estate trends across Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia. The study shows that 2025 brought moderate economic recovery, easing inflation and rising focus on sustainability, while real estate markets were shaped by modernization, limited new office supply, strong logistics demand and retail park expansion.

Romanias retail space hits 5 million sqm milestone
Real estate   |   4 December, 2025 at 9:36 AM

Romania's retail space hits 5 million sqm milestone

Romania's modern retail market continues expanding, surpassing 5 million sqm of leasable retail space in 2025, according to Colliers data. The approximately 190,000 sqm delivered this year consolidated a stock heavily concentrated in Bucharest and five other counties, which together account for almost half of the total. However, Romania remains below regional peers in retail space per capita, indicating potential for further development.

Bucharest housing prices surge 60% in past six years
Real estate   |   27 November, 2025 at 9:31 AM

Bucharest housing prices surge 60% in past six years

Housing prices in Romania's major cities have increased by 60-90% over the past six years, making apartments increasingly unaffordable in central areas, according to a report by Colliers Romania. Bucharest saw a 60% rise, while Cluj leads with a 100% surge and Timișoara recorded 90% growth.

CEE real estate investment surges 38% on nine months
Real estate   |   25 November, 2025 at 3:43 PM

CEE real estate investment surges 38% on nine months

Confidence is returning across CEE real estate markets, with investor sentiment shifting from cautious optimism to execution, according to Colliers. The region continues to demonstrate resilience, supported by moderating inflation, solid household consumption, and strong employment levels.

Romanias logistics market records 64% demand surge on nine months
Real estate   |   11 November, 2025 at 9:36 AM

Romania's logistics market records 64% demand surge on nine months

Romania's industrial and logistics sector recorded strong growth in the first three quarters of 2025, driven by activity in the Bucharest area. Total leasing demand reached almost 640,000 sqm between January and September, up 64% compared to the same period last year, according to Colliers data.

Romania leads Europe in construction with 8% GDP share
Real estate   |   30 October, 2025 at 1:32 PM

Romania leads Europe in construction with 8% GDP share

Romania's construction sector represents nearly 8% of GDP in the past four quarters, the highest share in the European Union, according to Eurostat data analysed by Colliers. This level significantly exceeds the EU-27 average of 5% and confirms construction's growing importance in the local economy. Romania also recorded the second-fastest post-pandemic growth in construction activity within the EU.

Colliers to handle sale of Haier factory near Ploiești
Real estate   |   28 October, 2025 at 9:25 AM

Colliers to handle sale of Haier factory near Ploiești

Colliers has been appointed exclusive consultant for the sale of Haier Tech Europe's factory near Ploiești, Prahova County, following a competitive selection process. The mandate includes representing Haier's interests in identifying potential buyers or end-users from the manufacturing sector.

IT sector hits 15-year demand low in Bucharest office market
Real estate   |   14 October, 2025 at 1:25 PM

IT sector hits 15-year demand low in Bucharest office market

Demand for office space in Bucharest dropped by one-third in 2025, primarily due to reduced activity from IT companies, which generated only 10% of total leasing in the first nine months - the lowest level since 2010. Companies leased approximately 150,000 sqm of office space, while new demand fell by almost 30% to under 60,000 sqm.

Romanias retail parks target smaller cities for growth
Real estate   |   9 October, 2025 at 10:59 AM

Romania's retail parks target smaller cities for growth

Romania is positioning itself as a key retail market in Central and Eastern Europe, with developers shifting focus from large cities to smaller communities, according to a Colliers report. While large cities previously concentrated three quarters of modern retail stock, rising incomes and demand for modern formats are making communities of around 50,000 inhabitants attractive for new investment, with retail parks driving development.

Romanias hotel industry posts third-highest EU growth
Real estate   |   7 October, 2025 at 11:52 AM

Romania's hotel industry posts third-highest EU growth

Romania's hospitality industry recorded a 19% increase in turnover in the first half of 2025, the third largest advance in the European Union after Greece (35%) and Hungary (22%), according to Eurostat data cited by Colliers. Rising room rates have pushed local pricing into line with established CEE markets such as Poland and the Czech Republic, even though the number of overnight stays in hotels almost stagnated, with an increase of less than 4%.

First Property Group sells Bucharest office building
Real estate   |   2 October, 2025 at 8:58 AM

First Property Group sells Bucharest office building

First Property Group has completed the sale of the Dr. Felix 87 office building in Bucharest's Piata Victoriei area to Bucur, a company listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange. Colliers acted as the exclusive sell-side advisor in the transaction.

Office buildings with community spaces see three times lower vacancy
Real estate   |   16 September, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Office buildings with community spaces see three times lower vacancy

Choosing an office location today involves more than square metres and costs - it's about atmosphere and employee experience. According to a Colliers analysis, buildings featuring community spaces like cafés, relaxation areas, green spaces and informal meeting spots, combined with direct metro access, lease faster and attract tenants more easily.

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