Q4 2011 was characterised by very scarce investment activity in the Milan real estate market. Average deal size decreased substantially and prime yields, even though they are still lower than Italian government 10 years bonds, have increased. The occupier market in Milan recorded a strong Q4 with 89,000 m2 of offices taken-up, bringing the annual volume to 339,000 m2. The share of new offices delivered in 2011 not yet letted increased and this should, unfortunately, continue in 2012. This will have a downward pressure on rental values. 

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