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We are delighted to share that EPRA successfully organised the 2025 edition of the EPRA Technology & Innovation Tour on 10–11 April in Paris hosted by Covivio. The event brought together committee members and industry professionals to explore cutting-edge developments in real estate innovation.

A year characterized by a slow recovery in economic growth, geopolitical uncertainty, and easing monetary policy, is coming to an end. Listed property companies have historically benefitted from easing interest cycles, outperforming the other equity sectors on average by 6,300 bps after the first cut and by 6,900 bps after the last cut by the ECB.

In a post-COVID world marked by uncertainty, sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals are no longer optional for the real estate industry – they’re essential.

Though facing higher volatility and political uncertainty than developed markets, investing in emerging markets can provide geographic and sector diversification opportunities. Read our article to find out more!

Over the past decade, the European real estate industry has shifted from traditional sectors like office, residential, retail, and industrial to alternative sectors such as healthcare, self-storage, senior and student housing, and data centers. This transition, accelerated by megatrends and the post-pandemic landscape, has seen significant growth in market capitalization and investor interest. EPRA's research benchmarks highlight these changes, predicting that alternative sectors could comprise around 26% of the industry by 2024.

Explore the evolution of the continental European homebuilding sector, from its emergence as a niche with growth potential to its recent challenges and opportunities. Discover insights from EPRA's Developers Research Benchmark (EDRB) amid global dynamics, including the impact of the Ukrainian conflict and inflation spikes, shaping investor sentiment and industry resilience.