UK retains position as Europe's top destination for real estate capital, CBRE's mid-year review finds
But investors stay cautious as recovery remains London-led
Annual lending forecast to exceed £1 billion for the first time by year-end
Business owners are buying their premises instead of renting, driving a surge in commercial mortgage demand
Data shows weakening appetite for secondary office space, while Grade A buildings continue to attract occupiers
Demand remains strong across investment and owner-occupier segments, but borrowers facing fixed-rate expiry need to weigh fees carefully
