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Story of the week

08
Dec
2025

Investors are quietly shifting strategies across CEE

by Forum Property

At CEE Property Forum 2025, local and cross-border investors came together in a panel moderated by Dániel Ódor MRICS, Partner at Taylor Wessing Hungary. The discussion offered not only a glimpse into current market sentiment but also probed the tides of regulatory evolution, sectoral dynamics, and strategic foresight driving CEE real estate forward.

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Industrial

09
Dec
2025

CTP signs 26,000 sqm lease deal with electronics manufacturer in Hungary

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An international electronics manufacturer has signed a long-term lease agreement for 26,000 sqm at CTPark Komárom, expanding its production capacity and logistics operations in Hungary.

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TAS Logistyka triples warehouse space at CTPark Warsaw South Generali buys Czech logistics park for €18.5 million 7R secures permit for 230,000 sqm Kraków logistics park

Residential

09
Dec
2025

Ceaușescu's ex-hunting lodge in Romania listed for €995,000

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Romania Sotheby's International Realty has listed a former hunting lodge built for Nicolae Ceaușescu in 1985 for €995,000. The property, now known as Hadar Chalet, is located in Gura Siriului, Buzău county, approximately one hour from Brașov.

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YIT completes resi project in Prague Helaba provides €25 million loan for Prague resi complex Budapest property price growth slows in November

Office

08
Dec
2025

CPIPG expands serviced offices concept in Warsaw

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CPI Property Group (CPIPG) is developing its myoffice service, providing flexible serviced offices in key Warsaw locations. The offering, which currently spans five Warsaw buildings, will soon expand with new space in Myhive Crown Tower.

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SPM acquires Campus Science Park in Brno for €90 million Allianz-Țiriac sells two former HQ buildings in Bucharest Skanska sells office complex in Prague for €130 million

Report

08
Dec
2025

Romanian mortgage rates set to drop in early 2026

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The beginning of 2026 will bring lower mortgage interest rates in Romania, both for fixed rates (over 98% of current loans) and variable rates, according to a market report by online broker Ipotecare.ro and financial consultant SVN Romania Credit & Financial Solutions.

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New Bucharest mayor focuses on delivering key plan for real estate development How is Ukraine’s reconstruction going in 2025? Iulius secures €305 million refinancing for Palas Iași

Interview

07
Dec
2025

Optimism is the only way to go

by Forum Property

In a video interview recorded at CEE Property Forum in Vienna, Andrei Văcaru, Head of Capital Markets CEE at iO Partners, shares his perspective on the year ahead, discussing market optimism, investor activity across the region and the company’s ongoing expansion. While the environment is changing quickly, the firm sees solid fundamentals, growing regional capital and strong momentum for a focused regional player.

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Inside the deal: How CEE’s real estate transactions are really changing How are AI and digitalisation transforming CEE real estate Why NEPI Rockcastle is investing €100 million in greenfield PV

Retail

05
Dec
2025

Global Vision secures €4.5 million refinancing for Oradea retail project

by Forum Property

Global Vision Investment Fund (GVIF) has signed a €4.5 million refinancing agreement with Raiffeisen Bank Romania for its retail project in Oradea. The development is anchored by Atac by Auchan under a long-term lease agreement and has earmarked landbank for a planned retail gallery.

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Romania's retail space hits 5 million sqm milestone Generali closes first Slovenian real estate fund with shopping centre sale Blue Assets to oversee retail parks of Fidurock in Czech Republic

Career

04
Dec
2025

Andrei Văcaru named Managing Director of iO Partners Romania

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iO Partners has appointed Andrei Văcaru as Managing Director for Romania, effective January 2026. After a transition period with Văcaru until year-end, Vlad Stanislav will take time off before pursuing new opportunities.

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Indotek Group opens Vienna office for private equity expansion Atenor appoints new Country Director for Hungary Globalworth appoints joint CEOs as Dennis Selinas steps down

Hotel

26
Nov
2025

Radisson opens resort on Poland's Baltic coast

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Radisson Hotel Group has opened Baltic View Resort & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals, in Międzyzdroje on Poland's Baltic coast. Located along the seaside promenade near the town's pier, the resort features 60 rooms, a swimming pool, sauna and kids club.

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Legend Hotels takes over Gdynia Marriott management Novotel opens first Croatian hotel in Zagreb Solida Capital secures financing for Warsaw aparthotel project

Investment

25
Nov
2025

W. P. Carey closes €88 million sale-leaseback with Valeo Foods

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W. P. Carey has completed an €88 million sale-leaseback transaction for six food production facilities across the UK, Czech Republic, and Slovakia. The portfolio comprises approximately 121,000 sqm and is leased to Valeo Foods Group under triple-net lease agreements.

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CPI Europe buys Czech residential portfolio Reico acquires Prague's iconic Palladium for €400 million LemonTree sells logistics complex in Poland to Invesco

Economy

31
Oct
2025

Romanian developer joins Europe’s top-10 fast growing companies

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Romanian developer One United Properties has been ranked among Europe’s top 10 long-term growth champions, according to the Financial Times’ FT1000 Long-Term Growth Champions 2025 list, which highlights companies that have achieved exceptional and sustained revenue growth over the past decade.

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Trump imposes tariffs on Serbia and Bosnia Commercial and resi real estate brace for higher taxes in Romania Financial pressure on CPI may lead to buyout

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New leases

Eazy Asigurări has leased 1,000 sqm within Bucharest-based One Cotroceni Park, developed by One United Properties.
Print Logistic's Polish HQ has been relocated to City Logistics Łódź VI, owned by Panattoni. The new production and office space, totalling nearly 6,200 sqm, is scheduled to open in May 2026. The deal was brokered by Savills.
Automotive companies, including Mercedes-Benz Romania, Maserati, Chery, Daimler Truck & Bus, and a major global electric vehicle manufacturer, have established offices and showrooms within the Swan Office & Technology Park project, owned by Smartown Group. These occupiers hold a total leased area of 9,000 sqm, further complemented by Moto24/Xplorator.

New appointments

Nhood has appointed Mihaela Petruescu as the new Country Director for Property Services Romania & Poland as of October. She previously held leadership positions at large real estate firms, such as Cushman & Wakefield Echinox and CBRE Romania.
Daniel Orczyk has been named Senior Project Manager at the technical advisory department of Avison Young in Poland. He is a licensed structural engineer and building site manager with over 20 years of experience.
Łukasz Meisner has joined Peakside Capital Advisors as Head of Project Management. He will be responsible for the management of Peakside's investment projects in Poland, including overseeing the implementation of key investments within the City Point, Urban Parks, and Peakside Industrial logistics platforms.

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Reckitt signs major lease at Garbe Park Klášterec nad Ohří

Story of the week

Investors are quietly shifting strategies across CEE

Industrial

CTP signs 26,000 sqm lease deal with electronics manufacturer in Hungary

Residential

Ceaușescu's ex-hunting lodge in Romania listed for €995,000

Office

CPIPG expands serviced offices concept in Warsaw

Report

Romanian mortgage rates set to drop in early 2026

Interview

Optimism is the only way to go

Retail

Global Vision secures €4.5 million refinancing for Oradea retail project

Career

Andrei Văcaru named Managing Director of iO Partners Romania

Hotel

Radisson opens resort on Poland's Baltic coast

Investment

W. P. Carey closes €88 million sale-leaseback with Valeo Foods

Economy

Romanian developer joins Europe’s top-10 fast growing companies

New leases

New appointments

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Reckitt signs major lease at Garbe Park Klášterec nad Ohří

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Turkish investors pour millions into Romanian green energy

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Ceaușescu's ex-hunting lodge in Romania listed for €995,000

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Romanian employees lag behind in AI adoption, says survey

Romanian mortgage rates set to drop in early 2026

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