Trends &amp; Insights

Why companies are fighting to keep women from quitting

With women leaving in droves, there’s an increasing focus on flexible work policies

November 23

Global workforce expectations are shifting due to COVID-19

The results are in: over 2,000 office workers told us their thoughts about the workplace and how their priorities are different now than before the pandemic.

Research November 17

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Vancouver Industrial Insight

Quarterly absorption was positive for the first time since Q4 2023, while vacancy reached 3.6%.

Calgary Industrial Insight

Vacancy holds, market trends towards stabilization following an influx of new construction deliveries

Toronto Industrial Insight

Large bay leasing picked up, but economic uncertainty is on the rise

Winnipeg Industrial Insight

Winnipeg market has a stable start to the year, but uncertainty is rising

Ottawa Industrial Insight

Ottawa market remains steady as economic storm clouds gather

Montréal Office Insight

Absorption remains negative but is improving, while availability rate continues to fall

Edmonton Industrial Insight

Vacancy remains near a cyclical low as uncertainty increases

PODCAST: How hotels are delivering better digital experiences

Hospitality innovators are paving a path to improved guest experiences

April 08

Global Living Investment Universe 2025

The global real estate landscape is evolving with living increasingly at the top of the list for investors.

Research April 04

Global Office Fit-Out Cost Guide 2025

Insights into cost drivers for fitting out offices globally

Research April 02

How older data centers are keeping pace

Retrofitting strategies are helping maximize value in aging data centers

March 31

How manufacturers are winning the talent war

Manufacturing firms are implementing strategies to secure skilled employees

March 20

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Why you should demand fresh air in your office

Research proves fresh indoor air increases employee productivity -up to nearly 300 percent in some cases. Here’s how you can make sure your people get it.

October 29

Redefining office collaboration with agile space options

The modern workforce favors flexibility in the way it works and collaborates. Among current trends is the 15-minute meeting or the stand-up meeting norm.

October 29

PODCAST: Tenants firm up strategies for prized offices

How are corporates tackling their workplace requirements amid return-to-office pressures and limited new development?

October 22

PODCAST: Tenants firm up strategies for prized offices

How are corporates tackling their workplace requirements amid return-to-office pressures and limited new development?

October 22

How new work environments can reduce stress

A new study shows that the office environment has a strong influence on well-being and productivity

October 15

Will data center fires spark tighter safety rules?

Recent data center fires raise serious concerns about the adequacy of current fire safety measures

October 14

How facilities managers are protecting against climate risks

Climate change is exposing real estate to damage and disruption costs

August 09

5 ways office space is getting a new lease of life

Creative ways firms and landlords are making the most of under-utilized space

July 23

Office life has changed. How are firms responding?

New data about how people work is driving changes in office design

July 04

Why more office retrofits are working around employees

Landlords mindful of NZC benefits aren’t waiting for tenants to vacate spaces

June 24

Office makeovers: giving employees what they want

Companies are offering a wider variety of spaces that aid focused work

May 28

How companies are addressing rising office fit-out costs

Getting people back in the office requires investment in technology and adaptable spaces

May 23

Big questions real estate is asking in 2025

Prospects are improving but the real estate industry has much to consider

December 12

From wet to dry: How AI is shaking up laboratory design

Changing research methods are altering the DNA of life sciences real estate

December 11

A decade of Make in India

Reflecting on progress and envisioning the future

December 09

The Melbourne location driving rental growth as offices recover

A corner of Melbourne’s CBD is ticking boxes for discerning tenants

November 22

Airport deals highlight demand for urban industrial real estate

Tenants and investors are securing rare infill opportunities

November 21

Buyouts and mergers fuel data center boom

Investors are hunting for data center deals amid supply crunch in Asia-Pacific

November 20

Investors look to Sydney for co-living opportunities

Development is racing ahead of other sectors

November 15

Why Melbourne’s prospects are tantalising for investors

Population growth and a growing economy are inspiring optimism among real estate watchers

November 15

Life Sciences investment appetite enters new phase

Equity investors and lenders increasingly look to UK and continental European life sciences sector as the market continues to mature

November 04

Global Real Estate Sector Outlook

JLL's view on global real estate sector prospects in 2024, focusing on office, retail, logistics and living

October 28

Economic outlook remains key focus for real estate investors

Challenges remain but yield compression may not be far away

October 23

Economic outlook remains key focus for real estate investors

Challenges remain but yield compression may not be far away

October 23

How real estate is retrofitting historic buildings

Aligning heritage with environmental and social considerations is key to sustainable cities

September 09

PODCAST: How sports is leading sustainability talks

Industry experts discuss how recent initiatives can nudge individuals to embrace a more environmentally friendly way of life

August 13

PODCAST: The meaning of physical space in the age of AI

JLL’s podcast explores artificial intelligence’s influence on our daily surroundings

July 12

What bankruptcies, closures mean for the fashion world

Retailers shuttering stores haven’t kept up with shoppers’ preferences

May 31

How innovative financing is helping cities decarbonize

Tourist taxes and green bonds are funding critical upgrades to energy infrastructure

May 21

Singapore is a hot spot for corporate HQs

Companies are moving to the city state and boosting its office market

May 13

How sports venues keep the lights on after game day

Experts affirm that sports stadiums serve as catalysts, propelling the success of mixed-use developments in urban neighborhoods

April 02

PODCAST: How businesses are tackling climate change naturally

WWF and JLL experts delve into harnessing nature's power in the built environment

January 12

PODCAST: What’s in store for 2024?

Hear about the potential risks and opportunities ahead in this Trends & Insights podcast

January 12

How next-generation real estate projects are shaping cities

Cutting-edge developments are delivering smarter, greener, more human-centric cities

December 20

How are cities responding to the growing risks of extreme weather?

Weather events are becoming more unpredictable, more intense and more damaging

December 04

PODCAST: How the race to build EV infrastructure is picking up speed

In this Trends & Insights episode, experts explore the pain points and promises of escalating electric vehicle demand

December 01

Southwest Ontario Industrial Insight

Vacancy and availability rates show a stable increase while net rents soften

Research April 21

Toronto Office Insight

GTA office market fundamentals saw stabilization while tariff uncertainty looms

Research April 21

Edmonton Office Insight

Government District leads the way in leasing this quarter as vacancy stayed flat

Vancouver Office Insight

Despite a slight uptick in vacancy to start 2025, Vancouver’s top-quality space remains in high demand

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Global occupier trends to watch in 2025

Key trends that will impact global CRE strategies and market dynamics

Research December 11

The future of office design

Designing workplaces to drive success

Research December 05

Canada Retail Holiday Survey

Bigger holiday budgets defy deal-hunting

Research November 14

Global Real Estate Transparency Index 2024

Index 2024 Rankings. An essential guide for companies operating in foreign markets and a unique benchmark of real estate market transparency.

Research October 30

Experience Matters

What’s driving consumer choice and experience across places and spaces?

Research September 17

The climate inflection point

Developing climate resilience for real estate will require radical engineering, nature-based and AI-powered solutions

Research June 27

Get set for the 5th Industrial Revolution

Real estate strategies for an AI-powered world

Research June 27

The future of real estate

JLL’s new global research program explores the impact of economic, societal, technological and geopolitical megatrends on the future of real estate

Research June 27