In 2024, the care markets across Europe can be described as resilient and dynamic, with a clear return of buyer and investor appetite for businesses of a range of sizes and geographies.

It was, in many ways, a year of growth in the UK care market, with the majority of operators reporting an improvement in occupancy levels and a reduction in agency usage. Buyer and investor confidence returned which increased transactional activity. ​​The land and development market faced stronger headwinds, however, the need for future-proof care beds remains undiminished.

The healthcare investment volume in France was resilient and largely driven by notable deals in both the care home and acute care markets, including the first entry of two international investors.

The German market for care properties was marked by dynamic developments, offering both attractive investment opportunities and notable challenges. Driven by demographic shifts, the rising demand for residential care and senior housing continues to serve as a stable, long-term growth factor for this asset class.

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