Demand for lower-square-footage industrial buildings continues to be fueled by evolving supply chain strategies, last-mile logistics needs and rising consumer expectations.
Industrial real estate remains one of the most stable, transparent and strategically advantageous asset classes for both borrowers and lenders. Its resilience is grounded in a unique blend of predictability, operational clarity and long-term demand.
The logistics demand surge is attributed to the “re-industrialization of America,” fueled by data center development, e-commerce growth, and resilient consumer spending.
Regionally, the Southeast multi-tenant industrial sector led all markets with $5.2 billion in third-quarter transactions, representing 29.4% of national volume.
AI is poised to redefine every stage of industrial real estate—from planning and site selection to warehouse operations and workforce efficiency. Whether it ultimately increases or reduces overall demand for space remains to be seen.