Stadim Focus Retail: A renewed intrest in retail real estate 2025

After a challenging period, the retail market is clearly recovering. Investment volumes have more than doubled compared to 2024, and both private and institutional investors are showing growing interest. Retail real estate is once again seen as a stable investment in an uncertain economy.

The importance of physical shopping continues to increase, especially when it is strengthened through digitalisation and can therefore offer a seamless omnichannel experience. Successful retail concepts place consumer needs at the centre, with the necessary attention to experience, emotions, connection, and sustainability.

In this edition, we also devote extensive attention to the upcoming ESG legislation and the business case of solar panels. Stadim spoke with Wattson to discuss the importance of sustainability within retail real estate.

Discover all insights in the very first Stadim Focus Retail and stay informed about the developments within Belgian retail real estate.