Klépierre invests €14M in the refurbishment of a shopping centre in Madrid

The project will modernise the shopping centre’s communal areas in a setting shaped by residential development in south-east Madrid.

Clarion Partners Europe acquires six supermarkets in Portugal

The portfolio covers approximately 13,000 square metres and is leased for 20 years to one of Europe’s largest food retailers.

Portugal investment market off to a strong start in 2026 despite emerging headwinds

Portugal’s commercial real estate investment market closed 2025 on a remarkably strong note, with total transaction volume reaching approximately €2.7 billion. The year was marked by a broad-based recovery across key sectors, with retail, offices, and hospitality leading activity. Notably, domestic investors played a pivotal role in driving liquidity, particularly through open-ended funds and private capital, which were instrumental in sustaining deal flow and market confidence.

Covivio acquires a hotel in Malaga for €43,5M

The three-star hotel, with 440 rooms, covers an area of almost 23,000 sqm. It was refurbished in 2023 and also features two retail units that offer additional revenue potential.

Square AM buys Ponte de Lima Retail Park from Bogaris

Square AM is the new owner of Ponte de Lima Retail Park, which it has just acquired from Bogaris for its Property Core Real Estate Europe fund. RPE advised on the sale process, the value of which has not been disclosed.

LRI21 acquires the Jaca Shopping Centre in Huesca

The property has a gross lettable area of approximately 13,500 sqm and is the only shopping centre in the city. It is home to retailers such as Carrefour, Décimas, TEDi, Jysk and Forum.

Leo Messi buys Via Wagner shopping centre in Barcelona for €11.5M

The Argentine footballer has acquired a 4,000-square-metre historic shopping complex in Turó Park with the aim of converting it into office space.

Iberian Peninsula accounts for 17% of European retail investment

Spain and Portugal accounted for €1.263 billion between January and March 2026, with shopping centres being the primary asset class in the Spanish market.

MADRID ACCOUNTS FOR MORE THAN HALF OF SPAIN’S CRE INVESTMENT IN APRIL

April consolidated Madrid’s position as Spain’s leading real estate investment market, supported by large-scale residential transactions, continued activity in alternative living segments and sustained momentum across offices, retail and logistics.

REITs, retail, data centres and residential: RE capital refines its focus on Spain

The second day of the Spain Real Estate Summit 2026 addressed the adaptation of listed real estate, selective investment in logistics, the growth of operational assets and Madrid’s role in major urban developments.