Hungary's recent parliamentary elections have placed the country back in the conversation for international real estate investors. The end of the Orbán era — and the prospect of renewed EU relations, unlocked cohesion funds, and a more stable regulatory environment — makes this a moment worth examining closely. Join Property Forum for a free, expert-led webinar on April 29th to assess what the new political landscape means for real estate investors, occupiers, and developers active in or considering Hungary.

Polish developer Ekopark has announced plans to expand into three new markets. The company will enter Katowice, Łódź and Warsaw whilst continuing 13 ongoing projects in Kraków.

Virako has finalised the sale of a majority stake in the special purpose vehicle owning the Monopolis mixed-use complex in Łódź, marking a new phase in the lifecycle of one of Poland’s best-known redevelopment projects.

Liquidity constraints, evolving capital structures and growing ESG scrutiny are redefining how investors operate across CEE, according to Wolf Theiss Co-Managing Partner Tomasz Stasiak. In an interview with Property Forum, he highlights a more selective approach to distressed assets, the rising role of local capital and the increasing importance of operational and regulatory considerations in shaping investment decisions.

Demand is rising in the Czech historic property market, with castles, fortresses and historic estates increasingly becoming prestigious locations not only for living but also for business, according to Luxent – Exclusive Properties.

Romania's real estate investment market recorded a total volume of approximately €152 million in Q1 2026, in a context marked by investor caution and selective activity, according to a report prepared by Fortim Trusted Advisors, a member of the BNP Paribas Real Estate Alliance.

Echo Investment marks 30 years since its debut on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, a milestone in the company’s transformation from a local newspaper publisher in Kielce into one of Poland’s largest real estate developers. Today, it is the only Poland-based company with such extensive experience across three demanding property sectors: office, retail and residential. It is also the core development brand of the Echo Group, established in 2025, reflecting the organisation’s ability to respond to changing market conditions. Entering its fourth decade, the company is focusing on diversification, sustainable growth and large-scale urban projects.

Poland's property investment market recorded €1.02 billion in Q1 2026, representing a 43% year-on-year increase despite 30% lower liquidity, according to Avison Young. 

Pricing adjustments and a more flexible approach from investors are beginning to unlock activity in the real estate investment market. In a video interview recorded at Bratislava Property Forum 2026, Rudolf Nemec MRICS, Partner & Head of Capital Markets at Cushman & Wakefield Slovakia, shared his expectations for the months ahead.

Poland's commercial real estate investment market exceeded €1 billion in Q1 2026, marking the best year opening in four years, according to a JLL report.