Australian Commercial Property Sentiment Falls as Retail Weakens, NAB Survey Shows

By Public Technologies
  • NAB's commercial property index fell 15 points to +1 in Q3 2026, returning to its long-run average.
  • Retail sentiment dropped to -7, while industrial remained the strongest sector at +23.
  • Property professionals expect retail capital values to fall 1.3% over the next 12 months, with office values declining 1%.
  • Confidence for the next 12 months fell 10 points to +10.
  • Access to debt and equity funding deteriorated further, adding to challenges across the commercial property market.


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