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Cushman & Wakefield's Milestone in Japan

Cushman & Wakefield (C&W), a leading global real estate services firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, has announced a remarkable achievement in the Japanese market for the first half of 2025. According to a report published by MSCI, C&W secured the number one position in industrial property transactions in Japan, showcasing its dominant seller-side transaction volume.

Dominance in the Market

The report indicates that C&W captured a staggering 62% market share in seller-side transactions related to development land within Japan. This performance is mirrored in the industrial real estate sector, where C&W retained a 45% share, tying for first place with other firms based on seller-side transaction volumes. Such results underscore C&W's strategic insights, superior execution capabilities, and an unwavering commitment to client-centric ideals, as highlighted by Yoshiyuki Tanaka, Senior Executive Director at C&W and head of Japan Capital Markets.

Tanaka expressed pride in these accomplishments, stating, "These results attest to our strategic insights, exceptional execution, deep market understanding, client-first philosophy, and relentless pursuit of outcomes even in a fiercely competitive real estate environment."

Outlook for Japan's Logistics Market

The latest H1 2025 report from C&W also sheds light on the broader logistics market in Japan. Currently, the sector faces challenges such as a decrease in freight volume, labor shortages, and rising logistics costs due to escalating energy prices. However, the outlook presents a potentially optimistic scenario, as signs of market improvement are emerging. The slowdown in new supply within metropolitan areas is expected to help stabilize the supply-demand balance, while a strong yen may lead to reduced import costs, potentially curbing inflation and stimulating growth in freight volume and overall market conditions.

Supporting this optimistic outlook, Tanaka noted, "With a healthy liquidity backdrop where transaction volumes reached 1.2 trillion yen within a 12-month period as of H1 2025, the logistics sector continues to draw attention from both domestic and international investors."

Japan as an Investment Destination

Japan remains a prominent target for investment in Asia. Despite global economic uncertainties, a stable funding environment and favorable real estate financing conditions are believed to drive sustained growth in transaction volumes. The Tokyo Stock Exchange REIT Index continues to perform robustly, primarily due to rising rental incomes from major office properties in central urban areas. Moreover, international investors are increasingly recognizing the resilience of Japan's real estate market, displaying strong interest in potential opportunities.

About MSCI

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About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a globally recognized commercial real estate services company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. With approximately 52,000 employees across around 400 locations in over 60 countries, C&W offers a full suite of core services including facility management, transactional brokerage, appraisal, tenant representation, leasing, and project management, expecting to achieve $9.4 billion in revenue for 2024. Adhering to the corporate philosophy of "Better never settles," C&W's award-winning culture has garnered numerous accolades within the industry and business world. For more information, please visit the official website www.cushmanwakefield.com.