Bouwinvest outlook shows sustainable prime offices outperform as tenant demand turns selective
XLRE•Prime yields expected to stabilize as supply tightens
Prime office yields are seen stabilizing following earlier corrections.
Supply is projected to tighten as offices are converted to other uses.
AI may reshape space needs and create upgrade opportunities
AI is expected to reshape space requirements, changing layout needs more than total square-meter demand.
Bouwinvest says investor opportunity may lie in near-prime offices that can be upgraded to A-class through sustainability retrofits, modernization and service enhancements.
Bouwinvest sees selective office demand favoring sustainable prime assets
Bouwinvest’s Dutch Commercial Outlook 2026-2028 flags more selective office demand, favoring sustainable prime buildings in central locations.
The outlook says a widening performance gap is expected between high-quality assets and weaker stock, as tenants prioritize ESG compliance, talent attraction and reporting obligations.
