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Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has successfully arranged a $90 million refinancing deal for Perennial Properties, Inc. concerning the Arya Peachtree, a 282-unit multifamily property located in Atlanta. The refinancing was secured by the Capital Markets team, including notable members Mike Ryan and Blake Cohen. The property has experienced increased demand due to local developments, notably the expansion of Piedmont Hospital. Arya Peachtree is a newly built, 12-story Class A space with significant office and retail spaces, strategically positioned near major employment hubs.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has acquired Sheffield Property (WA) Pty Ltd. and Sheffield Asset Management Pty Ltd., enhancing its commercial real estate services in Australia and the Asia Pacific region. Based in Perth, Sheffield specializes in office leasing and property management, having successfully completed leasing campaigns for various developments. This acquisition, announced by CEO Matthew Bouw, aligns with CWK's growth strategy in Western Australia and is expected to bolster its competitive edge and service offerings in the region.

Cushman & Wakefield (CWK) has been recognized as an All Star firm by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP), achieving top scores in all major categories of The 2022 Global Outsourcing 100. The firm notably excelled in Customer References, indicating high client satisfaction, and also received perfect scores in Awards and Certifications, Programs for Innovation, and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This marks 11 consecutive years of accolades for CWK, emphasizing their commitment to service excellence and sustainability.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) will announce its Q1 2022 financial results on May 5, 2022, at 4:05 p.m. EDT. A conference call will follow at 5:00 p.m. EDT for discussion of the results. The call can be accessed by dialing 1-877-407-9208 (domestic) or 1-201-493-6784 (international) with Conference ID: 13728186. An audio replay will be available on the company's IR website. As a major real estate services firm, Cushman & Wakefield reported $9.4 billion in revenue for 2021, operating in over 400 offices across 60 countries.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) announced that Nobell Foods, a startup focused on plant-based cheese, has signed a lease for 66,234 square feet of office/life sciences space in South San Francisco. The new headquarters will be part of the Gateway of Pacific campus, which is under development by Biomed Realty Trust. The relocation signifies Nobell Foods' expansion, building on their previous $75 million Series B funding raised in July 2021. This move underscores the ongoing demand for biotech and life science facilities in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE:CWK) has agreed to transfer its operations in Russia to a local operator. This decision aims to support Russian employees while ensuring service continuity for clients. The company stated that this transaction is not material to its financial performance or future operations. Cushman & Wakefield also expressed gratitude to its employees affected by the current circumstances and confirmed ongoing support for Ukrainian colleagues and humanitarian responses in neighboring countries.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has successfully arranged the sale of the North Carolina Interstate 40/Interstate 85 Industrial Portfolio for $86.6 million. This portfolio comprises 22 buildings totaling 1,551,486 square feet, currently 98% leased. The deal was facilitated by Cushman & Wakefield’s brokers, who also secured financing for the buyer, SVN Parsons Commercial Group. The acquisition positions the buyer favorably in the growing North Carolina market, with a significant industrial presence along major interstates.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has successfully arranged the sale of a 431,281-square-foot office building at 70 Hudson Street, Jersey City, for $300 million. The sellers, a joint venture between PFA Pension and Spear Street Capital, undertook significant investments since 2016 to enhance the property's quality. The acquisition involved Vision Properties and Hana Alternative Asset Management, representing a notable transaction in New Jersey's competitive office market. Executive comments highlighted strong market interest and the property's appeal to credit tenants.

Moov, a marketplace for used semiconductor manufacturing equipment, has established its headquarters at 100 Mill in Tempe, Arizona, occupying 32,000 square feet. This strategic location aims to address a pressing need for a more flexible supply chain in the semiconductor industry. The company plans to increase its workforce by 300%, reaching over 150 employees by the end of the year, primarily in the Greater Phoenix area. Recent trends indicate a burgeoning semiconductor hub in the region, with investments exceeding $45 billion and a projected 10% rise in semiconductor equipment expenditures in 2022.