Office Leasing Booms While Detroit’s Industrial Market Faces Trade Tensions

In today's episode, we explore the surge in office leasing activity, with Boston Properties leading the charge by signing over 1.1 million square feet in the first quarter of 2025. Despite strong leasing, the commercial real estate market faces mixed financial results. Meanwhile, Detroit's industrial sector struggles with a significant slowdown due to trade war concerns, impacting leasing and investment activities. Join us as we delve into these developments and their implications for the real estate market.

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