Core Insights - The Shanghai office market showed a slight recovery in the first half of the year, with demand driven by the finance, consumer goods manufacturing, and technology sectors [1] - The net absorption in the Shanghai office market increased by 126.1% year-on-year to 173,000 square meters [1] - Rental prices in the Shanghai office market decreased by 3.0% to 247.2 yuan per square meter per month, while effective rents fell by 4.3% to 174.4 yuan per square meter per month [1] Industry Demand - The finance sector led the demand for office space with a 22% market share, followed by consumer goods manufacturing at 17%, TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications) at 16%, professional services at 10%, and third-party office operations at 6% [1] - The demand from fast-moving consumer goods and home furnishing companies significantly contributed to the growth in the consumer goods manufacturing sector [1] Investment Market - The Shanghai property investment market recorded 36 transactions totaling 23.01 billion yuan, a decrease of 29.7% compared to the same period last year [2] - Retail properties accounted for 28% of transaction volume, primarily involving commercial properties with stable leases, with 70% of transactions completed through judicial auctions [2] - Institutional investors were the most active buyers, contributing 69% of the total transaction volume, focusing on core office buildings, long-term rental apartments, and consumer-related properties [2] Future Outlook - Approximately 770,000 square meters of new office supply is expected in the next six months, which may increase market competition but also enhance market liquidity and leasing activity [1] - The core office assets in prime locations are anticipated to continue attracting risk-averse capital, while the accelerated disposal of non-performing assets may create investment opportunities [2]