CRE Exchange: Commercial Real Estate, Property Valuations, Real Estate Analytics and Property Tax
Rates, returns, and realities for US CRE
Feb 6, 2025
Discover the latest economic indicators affecting U.S. commercial real estate, including inflation trends and the Federal Reserve's interest rate impacts. Dive into construction spending analyses that reveal rising costs, especially in data centers. Explore the interplay between treasury yields and recent earnings reports, showcasing S&P 500 companies surpassing expectations. Gain insights into the growing optimism among stakeholders in the CRE market despite challenges, and learn about the key economic data set for release this week.
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Quick takeaways
- The Federal Reserve is closely monitoring inflation, which continues to rise and is impacting consumer spending and overall economic health.
- New home sales showed a modest increase due to housing shortages, revealing regional dynamics that affect market demand and affordability challenges.
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Impact of Inflation and Economic Indicators
Inflation continues to exert substantial pressure on the economy, prompting close monitoring by the Federal Reserve. Recent metrics indicate a persistent rise in prices, with the core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index showing a year-on-year increase of 2.8%, exceeding the Fed's target. Consumer expectations, revealed in a University of Michigan survey, suggest a median long-run inflation expectation of 3.2%, reflecting uncertainty about future economic policies. With these inflationary pressures, consumer spending may still grow, affecting overall economic health and CRE dynamics.
