Daily News: 11-12-2025

‘We’re not swimming upstream anymore’: Major commercial property firms see profit at or near record

The pandemic is now just a thing of the past for many office landlords and commercial real estate services firms, with leasing and sales demand officially meeting or surpassing 2019 levels. Executives behind some of the largest landlords and brokerages in the United States say the office market has rounded an important corner, pushing some firms into record dealmaking territory after years of lower demand as a result…»

Outpatient growth reshapes healthcare real estate market

Arizona’s rapid population growth is reshaping the healthcare real estate market, bringing both opportunity and strain. As new communities take root across the Valley, providers and developers are being asked to deliver care in ways that are more convenient, cost-effective and patient-centered. Two themes dominate the conversation in 2025: the shift toward outpatient and community-based care, and the mounting financial…»

Cap Rates Compress to Near Parity With Interest Rates

Cap rates have been taking center stage as investors and lenders navigate a shifting landscape characterized by persistently high interest rates and compressed risk premiums. The third quarter saw the average cap rate across all commercial property types at 6.34%, nearly matching the average interest rate of 6.57%, leaving a razor-thin spread of just 23 basis points, according to the latest CRED iQ data…»

Apartment Rents Poised for a 2026 Comeback

After a year of rent softening, the U.S. apartment market is gearing up for renewed growth. According to RealPage Market Analytics, average market-rate effective asking rents are projected to climb 2.3% in 2026, rebounding from a 0.7% decline for the year ending in October 2025. The outlook points to a broad-based upswing, with 11 of the nation’s 50 largest markets expected to see rent gains of 3% or higher…»

The 20 biggest employers in Arizona

Knowing the 20 largest employers in Arizona offers valuable insight into the state’s economic drivers, workforce trends and key industries shaping growth. Whether you’re a job seeker, policymaker, or business leader, understanding where the jobs are — and where opportunity is growing — can help you make smarter, more strategic decisions. Here are the 20 biggest employers in Arizona in 2025, based on data collected…»