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Innovation clusters to drive flex R&D performance

The flex industrial subsector outperformed most other property types over the last cycle. Its underlying characteristics mean demand and returns will continue to be healthy ahead, though the winning metros are likely to remain those closest to clusters of innovation industries such as San Diego, Raleigh and Seattle.

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