MAPIC 2025 Highlights Rising International Investor Interest in the German Market

Last week, the GFORM team attended MAPIC in Cannes, with over 4,000 participants from 75 countries - one of the key international platforms where the retail, real estate, and investment sectors converge to be part of the conversation shaping the future of retail.

This year's conversations reflected what recent market data already shows: international investors are turning their attention to Germany. Accoring to CBRE's latest quarterly report, foreign capital accounted for 48% of total retail investment volume in the first three quarters of the year - a six-percentage-point increase compared to the same period last year. Many investors see this as the right moment to enter the German market, underlining the country's reputation as Europe's economic and retail powerhouse despite broader macroeconomic headwinds.

Germany's retail investment market has demonstrated remarkable resilience, with a total transaction volume of approx. €4.2 billion in Q3 2025. Within this, retail parks and grocery-anchored assets remain the standout performers, accounting for 68% of the total retail transaction volume. These assets continue to prove their stability and long-term value, driven by long-term lease structure and consistent consumer demand.

With a strong outlook for the remainder of Q4, we look forward to leveraging the insights and new relationships made at MAPIC to deepen collaborations and expand opportunities within the retail real estate sector.