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A lot happening in industrial outdoor storage and the industries related to IOS. Below is a recap of some important updates that caught our attention!
IOS NEWS AND RELATED
IOS News Recap — September 2025
Lots to Gain: IOS Outperforming Bulk Warehouse
IOS outpacing bulk warehouses — 123% rent growth since 2020 vs. 58% for bulk. Vacancy is holding tighter too, with zoning and land constraints limiting new supply.
Industrial Market Dynamics
National vacancy edged up to ~7.5% in Q2, still healthy by historic standards. Asking rents (~$10.06 psf) have leveled, and new construction is at its lowest since 2016 — meaning the supply pipeline is cooling while demand stays steady.
IOS Goes Institutional
IOS is moving from “alternative” to “core” allocation for investors. Zoning, environmental approvals, and site prep remain hurdles, but IOS’s low capex and sticky tenant base keep institutions pressing into the space.
Industrial & Logistics Special Report
Investors are broadening their definition of logistics real estate. Outdoor yards, staging areas, and flexible land sites are increasingly valued as supply chains shift from just-in-time to include just-in-case usage.
Markets Pricing September Rate Cut
The Fed looks set to kick off its easing cycle Sept 16–17, with odds of a 25 bps cut at ~90%. Mortgage rates may only dip 10–15 bps, but the signal could unlock sidelined capital and boost Q4 CRE deal flow.
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