Net lending remained negative in January and we think this is explained by weak transactions and renewed UK lockdown. Looking ahead, any recovery in lending to commercial property is likely to be slow. After all, the weak near-term economic outlook will restrict the availability of credit. And we expect further falls in capital values this year to weigh against a quick recovery in investment activity.
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