The world’s largest industrial developer and landlord announced a spike in warehouse leasing activity following the U.S. November election, which has improved the company’s outlook for warehouse demand in 2025.
The industrial sector led the way in investment sales, contributing $22.8 billion in the fourth quarter, a 31% increase from the prior quarter. Looking ahead to 2025, investors are expected to continue favoring industrial and e-commerce assets.
The South—particularly the Southeast—is the fastest-growing manufacturing area. Over the past decade, the South has added more than 100 million square feet of new manufacturing space, and nearly half of all the space under construction in the U.S. is now in the South.
Florida’s industrial market is showing signs of stability from Jacksonville to Miami. Moving into 2025, the effects of economic shifts are shaping a unique business landscape, creating a more predictable environment for development. With the tension between supply and demand easing, business leaders are growing more optimistic.