Commercial property is entering 2026 in a far more stable environment, relative to both recent years and the broader economic backdrop, but it is not a simple one.



Global volatility remains elevated, and conditions remain mixed across markets and sectors, underscoring the importance of selectivity and fundamentals.


To help investors navigate the year ahead, we asked Chris Dibble, Head of Research and Strategic Consulting at JLL New Zealand, for his perspective.

This is the story of one investor, one building, and an 18-year journey inside a commercial property fund. It spans market highs, global recessions, and a global pandemic - and shows why taking a long-term view can make all the difference.

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Every week, our teams are out in the market - meeting tenants, talking to agents, walking our properties, catching up with finance partners and industry contacts – all this is keeping us close to what’s really happening on the ground.

Why now could be the time to lean into property - but not in the way you think.

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