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Business Insights | The Leasing Gauge 2026

Our Office Leasing leaders share their strategic perspectives on the forces shaping real estate investment across Australia.

May 4, 2026

A white desk with a silver laptop, a white mug, a small potted plant, and a jar of pencils, set against a blurred background of an office space.

Australia’s office leasing market is entering a pivotal period, shaped by changing occupier behaviour, cost pressures, supply dynamics and evolving workplace expectations. That’s why we’ve created The Leasing Gauge, a video series bringing together CBRE’s Office Leasing leaders to unpack the signals shaping the market outlook and what they mean for decision makers.

Across the series, our experts explore:

  • The macro trends influencing office leasing over the next 12–18 months
  • What leasing strategies are gaining traction, and where momentum is building
  • Which sectors are driving demand, and why?
  • The key challenges facing the office market amid ongoing volatility
  • How occupiers and landlords can navigate uncertainty and position for resilience

The Leasing Gauge provides a sharp, practical view of how Australia’s office leasing market is evolving — delivering insight to help clients make confident, informed decisions in the period ahead. 

Macro Trends Influencing Office Leasing