In a recent article with D Magazine titled “The Impact of Economic Uncertainty on DFW’s Industrial Market Outlook,” Matthews™ Vice President Andrew Wiesemann provided insights on what’s ahead for DFW’s industrial market.

 

While manufacturers are concerned about the upcoming July tariff implementation that is seemingly stalling investment planning, Wiesemann has seen ‘the other side of the coin.’ According to Wiesemann, “A lot of Chinese companies have been looking for space because of the tariffs, and [he] thinks just globally, industrial users are finding occupancy in DFW because of the rush to get product stateside.”

Despite variable lease terms for tenants, Wiesemann touches on a “mad rush” in the market, with rental rates maintaining an elevated position. “From a landlord perspective, it has been very helpful,” Wiesemann said. “I think this tariff thing is not over, and I think there’s going to be instability for the remainder of the year. I think hopefully in the following year, there’s more stability in the market, and we can go back to doing business as normal.”

 

In addition, Wiesemann anticipates tariff discussions will continue to impede concrete decision-making. However, he acknowledges that there is an underlying potential for a ‘softening of that blow,’ should interest rates be cut in the latter part of the year.

“Hopefully by September, they’re going to start cutting rates, which will help get the market feeling a little bit more comfortable, especially on the development side,” he said.

 

For more insights on the performance of Dallas-Fort Worth’s industrial market in Q2 2025, read Matthews’™ latest report here, which was also referenced in this piece.

 

Read the full article here to gain more insights on how economic uncertainty is affecting DFW’s industrial market outlook.