Logistics Confidence Index 2025 in the Spanish Market

The Logistics Confidence Index is a benchmark tool in the Spanish logistics real estate sector. In its sixth edition, the report prepared by CBRE and Logicor gathers the perceptions of executives from logistics companies, manufacturers, and retailers on the current state of the market and their expectations for the next 12 months. Through a consolidated methodology, the index measures the pulse of the sector: a score above 50 reflects optimism and growth, while a score below indicates contraction. In 2025, the index stands at 50.8 points, indicating moderate but still positive confidence.

Evolution of Confidence: Resilience with Nuances

Despite a slight decrease from the previous year (54.4 in 2024), the overall confidence index remains above the stability threshold. This data reflects the resilience of the Spanish logistics sector in the face of a challenging economic environment. Logistics operators show a more optimistic view (51.2 points) than retailers and manufacturers (50.4), suggesting that supply holds stronger expectations than demand.

Business Perspectives: Between Caution and Opportunity

The report reveals a more cautious perception of business conditions. Both operators and manufacturers anticipate a more complex environment in the next 12 months. 40% of logistics operators foresee a drop in their profit margins, while almost half of retailers expect an increase. This duality reflects a market in transition, where operational efficiency and strategic adaptation will be key to maintaining competitiveness.

Growth Opportunities: Investment, Employment, and Profitability

Despite the caution, the sector continues to bet on growth. 70% of respondents plan to make investments in logistics or retail during 2025, surpassing the 64% registered the previous year. Furthermore, 52% of logistics operators plan to increase their staff, compared to 20% of retailers. Regarding profits, a generalized improvement in forecasts is observed, especially in the retail sector, driven by good consumer behavior.

Sustainability: From Commitment to Competitive Advantage

Sustainability is consolidating as a strategic axis. 78% of companies would be willing to pay more for assets with environmental certification, compared to 66% in 2024. Additionally, 96% plan to invest in sustainability, highlighting actions such as emission reduction, energy efficiency, and fleet electrification. BREEAM and LEED certifications are positioned as market standards, and sustainability is no longer an option but a factor of added value and differentiation.

Technology: Automation and Efficiency as Levers for Transformation

Technology is emerging as one of the main drivers of change. 58% of respondents believe that automated storage systems, autonomous mobile robots, and artificial intelligence will have the greatest impact on logistics operations in the next three years. Technological investment is already generating tangible results: improved safety, reduced carbon footprint, optimized space, and increased operational efficiency.

Logistics Property: Growing Demand and Structural Challenges

76% of logistics operators plan to increase their storage space in 2025. The most demanded areas continue to be the A2 and A4 corridors in the central region, as well as the second logistics ring of Catalonia. However, retailers show a growing interest in secondary markets. The main challenges include the financial conditions of assets, the scarcity of available facilities, and high construction costs.

Future Challenges and Opportunities: Efficiency, Technology, and Price Pressure

The report identifies three major challenges for the next 12 months: pressure on prices from customers, the need to invest in new technologies, and the evolution of final demand. Faced with these challenges, opportunities focus on cost control, operational efficiency, and the expansion of services. More than 50% of retailers believe that these factors will be key to profit growth.

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