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Small Bay Industrial in Denver: Outperforming the Market

Small Bay Industrial in Denver: Outperforming the Market

Why small bay industrial buildings are delivering superior performance and how investors can capitalize on this trend.   The Small Bay Industrial Denver Advantage Small bay industrial Denver buildings are telling a very different story than the broader market —...

Denver Office Rent Trends: What to Expect in 2026

Denver Office Rent Trends: What to Expect in 2026

Denver office rent trends in 2026 reveal a deeply bifurcated market: Class A assets in Cherry Creek and RiNo are poised for modest rent growth of 3–5%, while Class B/C properties in the CBD and suburban submarkets face continued pressure. Metro-wide vacancy of 26.3% has not suppressed asking rents due to a strong flight-to-quality dynamic, but effective rents remain 15–25% below asking after concessions. Tenants willing to commit to 5+ year terms hold significant leverage in most submarkets outside of Cherry Creek.

Best Denver Industrial Submarkets for Investment

Best Denver Industrial Submarkets for Investment

Denver industrial submarkets for investment each offer distinct risk-return profiles — from the tight 5-6% vacancy of Central Denver to the value-add opportunity of the DIA corridor. This analysis ranks all six major submarkets by fundamentals, growth potential, and investor fit to help you match your capital to the right market.

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Economic Update – April 24, 2025

Economic Update – April 24, 2025

1. LEADING ECONOMIC INDEX The Conference Board’s US Leading Economic Index (LEI) fell by 0.7% in March, pointing to slowing economic activity in the near term. March’s decline coincided with soaring economic uncertainty ahead of tariff announcements. Consumer...

Economic Update – March 27, 2025

Economic Update – March 27, 2025

1. CONSUMER CONFIDENCE US Consumer Confidence dipped sharply in March, according to the Conference Board’s latest numbers. The index fell 7.2 points to 92.9, its fourth consecutive monthly decline and lowest reading since January 2021. The reading fell short of...

Economic Update – March 13, 2025

Economic Update – March 13, 2025

1. CPI INFLATION The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.2% in February and 2.8% year-over-year, cooling more than expected and potentially providing some relief to markets and policymakers on guard about price pressures. Core-CPI, which removes the more volatile food...

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