CBRE Switzerland

Hybrid work is staying. The office is becoming a strategic asset. Despite headlines about companies tightening remote-work policies, the data tells a different story: Hybrid work has become the new normal across Switzerland and Germany. 🔹 77% of Swiss companies continue to operate hybrid models 🔹 Only 4–5% are considering abolishing home office entirely 🔹 What we’re seeing is not a rollback — but a recalibration of presence, performance and culture The focus is shifting from where work happens to how value is created. As a result, the role of the office is evolving — from a mandatory workplace to a purpose-driven destination for collaboration, knowledge sharing, networking and culture. When designed right, the office becomes a performance enabler: ✔ Stronger teams ✔ Faster learning curves ✔ Greater engagement and identification Hybrid work is here to stay — but it requires intentional design, clear governance and workplaces that offer real added value. Read our latest CBRE analysis to learn why hybrid work represents a lasting transformation — not a trend reversal: German: https://cbre.co/3QWRW6a French: https://lnkd.in/ePrR6k28

CBRE has been exclusively mandated to market a unique industrial development in Zurich! We're excited to be representing Swiss Prime Site Immobilien on this interesting new development, located in one of the best-connected locations of the entire city of Zurich, just a stone’s throw from the railway station Altstetten and the motorway. Whereas more and more industrial companies are squeezed out of inner-city locations, this modern, modular commercial building, will offer large floorplates totaling approx. 12,500 sqm space suited for a range of uses such as production, logistics, R&D and office. The design allows for a high degree of customization, with a floor load capacity of up to 3,000 kg/sqm and ceiling heights reaching up to 12 m. This represents an excellent opportunity to secure prime industrial space. Visit https://cbre.co/4cfEXVx for more information.

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CBRE is pleased to announce a new lease transaction in the SHIFT building showcasing another leasing success for this asset is in Petit-Lancy. By welcoming YNEO, a flexible office solution provider Swiss Prime Site is reinforcing their commitment to create an attractive and dynamic work environment, enhanced by on-site services. Discover more about SHIFT: https://cbre.co/4sCcC1h

What an inspiring evening at our CBRE Switzerland Market Insights event at the Mandarin Oriental, Zurich ✨ After a warm welcome by Florian Kuprecht, we explored key trends shaping the Swiss and European real estate markets with insights from Jos Tromp and David Schoch, followed by Sergio Günthardt’s deep dive into the Swiss transaction market. A true highlight was the energizing neuroscience impulse by Dr. Sc. ETH Manuela Adcock, PhD of Studertalk – Barbara Studer, PhD / Hirncoach, offering fresh perspectives on mental fitness in a fast changing market. Insightful discussions, engaging conversations, wonderful food and a relaxed atmosphere made it a truly memorable event. Thank you to our speakers and guests for the valuable insights and engaging conversations. A great evening combining market perspective and meaningful exchange.

🔬 Switzerland’s life sciences ecosystem: Basel, Lausanne-Geneva and Zurich remain among Europe’s leading benchmark cities for innovation and investability. CBRE’s European Life Sciences Ecosystems: Sector Guide 2026 highlights: • Switzerland – Despite a difficult political and economic environment, the pharmaceutical sector showed good employment growth in 2025. With 88,000 m² of space available and a total inventory of 3.4 million m² at the end of 2025, the Swiss laboratory market is characterized by a low availability rate of 2.6%. The high owner-occupier share and low speculative construction activity often make it difficult for scale-ups to find expansion space. • Basel – Switzerland’s most mature cluster with a growing pipeline of lab/R&D product supporting global pharma and scale-ups. • Lausanne–Geneva – one of Europe’s fastest growing ecosystems, underpinned by strong VC momentum and deep university–industry links. • Zurich – a high performing hub anchored by ETH/UZH and an exceptionally tight lab market with an availability rate of only 1.4% signaling sustained occupier demand. Find all the insights in the report: https://cbre.co/4beeRSm

The latest Office MarketView Snapshot highlights Zug for its persistently tight supply and resilient occupier activity. The region’s availability rate declined further to 3.5% in Q4 2025, while the city itself dropped to just 1.5%, underscoring the strong demand for centrally located, high-quality space. This sustained demand has driven prime rents up to CHF 530 / sq m p.a. By contrast, the suburban market – at 4.9% availability or 40,000 sq m – remains comparably less constrained. This additional flexibility continues to support occupiers seeking alternatives or relocation to mitigate the acute scarcity within the city. Find the complete report here: https://cbre.co/4lqnaOd

CBRE’s latest Office MarketView Snapshots indicate that Basel’s office market is gradually rebalancing. Citywide office availability decreased to 5.3% in Q4 2025, down from its peak of 5.9% in Q1 2025, supported by the Department of Finance leasing 17,000 sqm in the “Via” building. Suburban availability also fell, reaching 6.8% (-0.6% YoY) and signaling a stabilizing environment. Despite persistently mixed demand and ongoing leasing challenges in Basel’s central submarkets, prime rents and yields remain stable, underscoring that willingness to pay for Class A, high quality, and centrally located office space remains intact. Dive in to the full report and get all the insights here: https://cbre.co/3PgSJy2

In its latest Office MarketView Snapshots, for Lausanne, Q4 2025 CBRE highlights a market shaped by tight city supply and growing suburban completions. City availability remains low at 2.6%, with Grade A space especially scarce in the CBD (1.5%). By contrast, suburban availability reached 8.9% as new office completions since mid 2023 continue to expand supply. Western Lausanne drives most future activity, with around 140,000 sqm expected by 2028 and a similar volume planned by 2030. While new development completions will gradually slow, the pipeline in areas such as Malley, Chavannes and Ecublens is set to lift availability in the coming quarters. Demand remains centred on small and mid sized occupiers, supported by life sciences and high tech companies, though job creation is moderate. Read all the insights in the complete report here: https://cbre.co/4dfmLw1

CBRE has released its latest Office MarketView Snapshots. For Geneva, Q4 2025 reveals a dynamic market: city availability rose to 4.1% with 13,000 sqm released to the market year on year, while suburban availability tightened to 7.7% — the lowest since 2017 due to strong absorption, including 20,000+ sqm in the Quartier de l’Étang. Despite renovation-driven conversions and a shifting supply pipeline, CBD demand continues to exceed available space. With construction volumes expected to fall 35% below the 10 year average, Geneva is heading towards a leaner pipeline. Leasing activity remained solid in H2 2025, especially for smaller units. Read the full report here: https://cbre.co/4aTn5iF