How Investors Can Capitalize on Periods of Rising Uncertainty

Economic Headwinds Grow

• The Fed maintains aggressive posturing in its fight against inflation, fueling heightened recessionary fears
• Recessionary risk drives uncertainty, pushing some investors to the sidelines

What Can We Learn From Prior Periods of Uncertainty

• Recessions do not impact all metros and property types the same; The dot-com burst in 2000 hit some markets hard while others achieved substantial growth
• During COVID-19, Investors delayed purchases to wait for a wave of distressed assets that never materialized

How Investors Can Find Opportunities In The Current Market

• Periods of high uncertainty can bring rarely traded assets to the market, creating unique acquisitions for CRE investors
• Investors can reposition portfolios to better align with future market trends and demographic shifts

*Through October 19
Sources: Marcus & Millichap Research Services, Federal Reserve

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