Analysis of updated Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) requirements for commercial properties, including changes to EPC B targets and milestone adjustments affecting landlord compliance obligations.
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A total of 17.5 billion pounds was traded in UK commercial property in Q4 2025, a 78 percent increase quarter-on-quarter and 13 percent rise year-on-year, roughly 32 percent above the five-year quarterly average. Industrial investment rose sharply while office and retail activity also recovered.
Carter Jonas reviews UK commercial property investment volumes for the second quarter of 2025 across the office, industrial, retail and alternative sectors. The report tracks pricing and investor selectivity amid a gradually improving market.
Carter Jonas reports first quarter 2025 UK commercial property investment volumes and pricing trends across the major sectors. The report assesses investor sentiment as the market entered the year.
Carter Jonas projects total all-property return for UK real estate to accelerate to 8 to 9 percent in 2025, which would be the highest figure since 2021, supported by the potential for downward yield movement. Tightening minimum energy efficiency standards are focusing demand toward EPC grade A and B buildings.
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