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Low supply unlikely to lead to surge in shopping centre rents

New shopping centre completions are likely to remain low over the next 12 to 15 months. As in the London office markets, this could lead to a spike in prime rents as occupiers compete to secure a limited supply of high-quality space. However, with the existing vacancy rate high and consumer spending set to be weak, the prospects for average shopping centre rental values still look subdued.

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