Waypoint: Global Industrial Dynamics 2025

Impact of tariffs delaying leasing decision making Have (potential) tariffs delayed industrial leasing in your market

Americas

APAC

EMEA

All

0%

20%

40%

60%

80%

100%

% of Markets Tracked

Has NOT delayed leasing

Delayed leasing by 3-6 months

Delayed leasing by 6-12 months

Delayed leasing by more than one year

Delayed indefinitely

Source: Cushman & Wakefield Research

Together, these factors underscore shifting manufacturing and trade patterns and the ongoing need to stress-test supply chains, which requires a holistic view of input costs and broader logistics and industrial market conditions. The key message is that while the current focus is on the tariffs announced by the Trump administration, lessons from past disruptions should not be lost. This highlights the importance of building diversity and resilience into supply chains , enabling businesses to adapt and navigate both short- and long-term market shocks.

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