EP69 - Beyond gut feel: The power of data analytics in modern CRE investing
17 Jul 2025
Ryan Severino, Chief Economist and Head of Research at BGO, discusses how data science is transforming commercial real estate investing. From outperforming rent growth projections in Las Vegas to forecasting macroeconomic shifts with machine learning, Severino takes us through the power and challenges of blending traditional insights with modern analytics. This is a must-listen for CRE professionals navigating today’s increasingly data-driven landscape.
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Key moments
01:17 Ryan Severino's team and economic modeling
02:08 Data science in real estate forecasting
03:12 Impact of research on investment decisions
06:55 Challenges in aligning research with investments
08:55 Ryan's curiosity and approach to research
12:36 Current macroeconomic environment
17:08 CRE market predictions for 2025
20:52 Augmented base case model for US Economy
26:25 State of CRE markets
36:00 Teaching and mentoring the next generation
Your hosts
Ryan Severino
Chief Economist and Head of Research
BGO
Omar Eltorai
Senior Director of Research
Altus Group
Cole Perry
Associate Director of Research
Altus Group
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