Upcoming Trade Shows in Germany for Real Estate

It’s good news for the German real estate industry. In 2024, the market experienced a transaction volume of €34.3 billion. This marks a 21% increase compared to the previous year and shows irrefutable proof of a strong rebound. This growth was particularly evident in the final quarter, which recorded €12.4 billion in transactions—a 52% rise from the same period in 2023 and a 69% increase quarter over quarter. These numbers indicate renewed investor confidence in the German property sector, following a period of economic uncertainty and slowed growth in 2022 and 2023. Multifamily housing remained the dominant asset class in 2024, accounting for roughly 25% of the total investment volume. This was closely followed by logistics properties, which held a 23% share. The increased demand for logistics spaces reflects the ongoing expansion of e-commerce and the need for modern warehousing solutions across Germany. Another key indicator of market confidence was the resurgence of large-scale transactions. In 2024, deals exceeding €100 million contributed €17 billion to the total investment volume, nearly 50% of the market. This was a substantial improvement from the €11 billion recorded in 2023, highlighting a return of capital to high-value assets and a greater willingness among investors to engage in large deals. The strongest net buyers in the German real estate industry were asset and fund managers, who collectively invested €2.9 billion more than they sold. Corporates followed with a positive balance of €1.4 billion, while open-ended real estate and special funds added €284 million in net investment. Notably, special funds focused on acquisitions, while open-ended mutual funds leaned toward divestments in response to evolving market conditions. International investors also increased their activity in Germany, with their total investment volume rising by 26% compared to 2023.