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Don't get caught adrift—today's #BuiltWeekly unpacks a busy week of golf course deals with global impact, AI in retail planning and our take on whether Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill is really "big and beautiful" for the economy. Get it all here 👇

Today, Cushman & Wakefield announced renewed science-based greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets that raise the bar on climate ambition across our operations and the client properties we manage worldwide. The updated targets introduce higher emissions reduction objectives and a more robust methodology for addressing the Scope 3 emissions. Read the press release here>> https://cushwk.co/41rk8AC #CWSustainability

The recent downward revision to the BLS employment report (and subsequent action by the administration) has dominated the latest news cycle. But should it really have been as surprising as it seemed? Kevin Thorpe investigates.

The Office Market Is Evolving — Are You Ready? The shift from traditional landlord-tenant dynamics to a consumer-focused experience is here. Service, community, and wellbeing now drive tenant expectations. Our “What Occupiers Want 2025” report shows 85% of occupiers demand enhanced landlord support, with nearly half willing to pay more for spaces that promote collaboration, wellbeing, and culture. The takeaway: offices must do more than provide workspace—they must deliver clear, lasting value. Curious how these trends are reshaping office investments? 💡 Hear from Carol Wong and explore the full report for key insights and opportunities for landlords, developers, and investors. https://cushwk.co/4f9BNlU #APAC #cushwake #occupiers #investors #WhatOccupiersWant #TenantExperience #OfficeDesign #Landlords

For many organizations, people are the largest investment. That’s why it’s critical to look beyond cost and start measuring the workplace by metrics that matter—metrics that show how it supports performance, enhances well-being, and drives long-term business outcomes. Hear more in the latest ‘Team Around the Table’ podcast, where Despina Katsikakis and Carol Wong join Sheela Parakkal ( IHRP-MP) of Prudential Singapore to explore how HR and CRE can co-create people-first workplaces that deliver lasting value. Listen now >> https://cushwk.co/4eF14UM #teamaroundthetable

Cushman & Wakefield is proud to bring Union Quarter to market - a newly completed Build-to-Rent and retail precinct in Melbourne’s inner west. Located just 6km from the CBD, Union Quarter comprises 332 residential apartments, including 38 Specialist Disability Accommodation units, integrated with a full-line retail centre anchored by Woolworths, Dan Murphy’s and Chemist Warehouse. This 1.98-hectare site offers scale, income, and flexibility in one of Melbourne’s fastest-growing urban corridors — just 200m from Spotswood train station. The asset is being offered via international expressions of interest, closing 2pm AEST 28 August 2025. For more information, please contact Louise Burke or Conal Newland or visit https://bit.ly/4lebz33 #CushWake #BuildToRent #RetailInvestment #UnionQuarter #MelbourneProperty #CapitalMarkets #CRE In conjunction with JLL.

What Occupiers Want in 2025: Key Insights for Office Investors. 📈 Top offices are much pricier now. The best office spaces cost 98% more than average, and this premium has grown by 11.5 percentage points since 2019 💰 85% of occupiers seek enhanced landlord support 💸 46% are willing to pay a premium for better amenities and services 📊 The shift: - Only 32% plan more space cuts - 1 in 8 plan to expand - Lease sizes are up 13% - Occupancy stabilising at 51–60% 💡 The takeaway for Investors: The office is now a service, not just a space. Tenants want: ✅ Collaboration-first environments ✅ Premium amenities & wellness features ✅ Community-building experiences ✅ Flexible, adaptable space solutions 🏆 Properties embracing the “office as a service” model are commanding significant premiums. 🎥 Hear James Young unpack the full story and read the full report to discover more! https://cushwk.co/4f9BNlU #cushwake #occupiers #investors #WhatOccupiersWant #CREInnovation #TenantExperience #OfficeDesign #CREInvesting

New office construction in the U.S. is nearly 70% off its 20-year average, sitting at only 26 million square feet. Even multifamily and industrial pipelines are thinning. Kevin Thorpe explores what this means for existing supply in "This Week in CRE".

Corporate real estate is at an inflection point. Occupiers are rethinking how they define success—moving beyond cost to include metrics centered on culture, performance, and people. The 2025 What Occupiers Want global report reveals the data behind this shift, and what it means for the future of CRE strategy. Listen in as six of our experts share what stood out most in this year’s global survey. Read the full report: https://cushwk.co/3HWD6rQ

Periods of disruption often reveal moments of clarity. Our latest articles in the "Tide is Turning" series outlines where we see conviction points for real estate investment in 2025 across the U.S., EMEA and APAC. From pricing resets to supply-side dynamics, we help investors navigate complexity and find value through the noise. Explore how selective deployment of capital today can unlock outsized returns tomorrow. https://cushwk.co/45yxqOT