Allen Matkins/UCLA Anderson Forecast Survey Podcast

Across California, the industrial sector is moving in a positive direction, with demand growing faster than supply in both Northern and Southern California. Even tariffs or the threat of tariffs have not dampened enthusiasm, according to Michael Longo, senior vice president at CBRE .  Allen Matkins Partner, Spencer B. Kallick sat down with Michael to discuss trends in the industrial sector.

The recently published Summer 2025 Survey indicates that multifamily sentiment continues to be on a positive trajectory, and developers are looking more seriously at redeveloping office space into multifamily units. Yet, California's housing shortage is an inescapable reality for many residents. Shawn Gehle, co-founder and principal of architecture firm Office Untitled , talks through the opportun...

Based on our Winter 2025 survey data, the industrial development pipeline in Northern California was projected to show a notable uptick in 2025, highlighting continued strength in the sector, particularly for last-mile delivery and AI-driven facilities. Scott Sowanick of Stream Realty Partners joins Spencer B. Kallick for a conversation about the state of play in the industrial sector.

As the industry continues to recover, new development is low, further reflecting a slowdown driven by shifting workforce patterns, such as hybrid or fully remote models. Limited new development is likely to lead to a future emphasis on the viability of retrofitting older office spaces to meet the demands of a more digital and modern workplace. In Northern California, office markets are adjusting t...

With vacancy rates somewhat stable across the state, retail, residential, and other commercial functions are blending together, driven by consumer demand for convenience and offerings beyond traditional shopping. While malls and big box stores face pressure from e-commerce growth, there is demand for experience-driven spaces. Spencer B. Kallick, partner at Allen Matkins, speaks with Joey Miller, p...