CoStar Group Inc., through its Visual Lease brand and the Visual Lease Data Institute, has released a new report analyzing strategic priorities for finance and real estate leaders through 2026. The report highlights a growing reliance on lease portfolio data for better financial forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making. Key findings indicate that 70% of real estate leaders plan to add leased space in 2026, up from 56% in 2024, though many are approaching cautiously due to economic uncertainty. Visibility and control over lease portfolios have become increasingly important, with 71% of executives confident in understanding their portfolios’ risks and opportunities, up from 52% in 2024. Despite eased national regulations, sustainability reporting remains a priority, with 80% of real estate leaders and 88% of finance leaders increasing their focus on environmental reporting compared to the previous year.