Jenna Hille and Dan Spiegel unpack what 'cautious optimism' means for investors and brokers in 2026, from sector‑by‑sector dynamics to tenant expectations and emerging trends that are already reshaping deal strategy in the Capital Region and beyond.
AI and cloud growth are driving an unprecedented wave of data center investment, but projects are increasingly constrained by access to power, water, and community approvals—even for investors looking at opportunities in New York's Capital Region.