Overview

Against the backdrop of an expanded European Union, CEDEM CEE 2007 will be taking stock of Central and Eastern Europe's flourishing property market. Even the weaker economies among the new EU countries are experiencing significantly higher growth rates than those in Western Europe, thanks to a major eastwards shift in industrial and services investments. The result is a dynamic real estate sector that is unable to keep up with demand from investors from real estate funds and private equity.

This year's event will take a close look at the chances for office rental growth, the rapidly-changing industrial sector and the luxury and low-cost residential markets. There will be a special session on rising construction prices, along with analysis of the emergence of hotels and resorts as a key asset class. Finally, with prices continuing to rise on the best properties, CEDEM CEE 2007 will feature a high-powered debate among institutional investors on the future course of cap rates.

Taking place this year at the Corinthia Towers Hotel Prague, CEDEM CEE 2007 will offer not just in-depth discussion on the main trends in the property markets, but also an unparalleled opportunity to network and meet some of the most important players in the business. The CEDEM CEE Gala Party, which will take place on Sept. 18, has become one of the cornerstones of the social calendar for property professionals from across Central and Eastern Europe.