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Gecina is still raising rents on its best Paris offices and apartments, but weaker demand elsewhere and changing tenant habits could slow the overall business. The bigger story is whether new projects and future refinancing keep boosting results—or start eating into them.Read more

Klépierre’s busy European malls and growing side income streams are helping it look steadier than many retail plays, even as shoppers keep moving online. See why some of today’s optimism may be overlooking lease and regulation pressures that could shape results over the next few years.Read more

Carmila bets that people still want to shop in person, using its centres next to Carrefour stores to add more services and experiences that keep visitors coming back. A large share buyback and big push into digital tools and greener buildings could help, but heavy debt and reliance on one major tenant are key things to watch.Read more

Icade is trying to steady its business by shifting away from weaker offices toward areas like student housing and light industrial properties, while also selling older assets to reinvest elsewhere. The big question is whether these moves can offset soft demand for offices, higher debt pressure, and tightening rules that could keep profits under strain for longer.Read more

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield is betting that big-city shopping centers built around food, entertainment, and mixed-use experiences keep drawing crowds and tenants, even as retail habits change. The upside comes from reshaping the portfolio and adding new, higher-margin ways to earn money, but high debt and the need to sell assets could leave little room for mistakes if the economy or retail demand turns.Read more

Mercialys is betting that growing French cities and new “shopping parks” that blend in-person shopping with online conveniences can keep its retail sites busy and rents steady. The catch is that changing shopping habits, costly refurbishments, and the challenge of filling big empty store spaces could quickly put that plan under pressure.Read more

Icade is leaning heavily on offices in France just as remote work and flexible spaces keep many buildings emptier for longer, especially outside the best locations. On top of that, higher borrowing costs and costly environmental upgrades could squeeze cash and profits, making the next few years a tough test for the business.Read more

Some investors think Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield’s big city shopping and lifestyle destinations can keep raising rents and drawing visitors even as retail shifts online. The story hinges on whether its brand and new income streams can support stronger cash returns to investors, while debt, vacancies, and tougher financing conditions remain key risks.Read more

Covivio is reshaping its real estate mix by leaning more into Berlin housing and Southern Europe hotels, aiming for steadier rent and better growth as these areas recover. The catch is that weak demand in German offices and the hotel business’s ups and downs could make results less predictable.Read more