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What explains the weakness of Belgian and Italian investment?

Belgium’s weak economic fundamentals mean it sits near the bottom of the rankings in terms of core euro-zone commercial property investment destinations. While Italy suffers from an even weaker economic backdrop, the fact that the property market did not correct to the same degree as in other weak euro-zone member states means it also lacks appeal to opportunistic investors.

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