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  • Cushman & Wakefield Launches New Quantitative Insights Group to Advance Investor and Occupier Advisory Capabilities | US

    Cushman & Wakefield Launches New Quantitative Insights Group to Advance Investor and Occupier Advisory Capabilities | US

    NEW YORK, October 28, 2025 – Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK), a leading global real estate services firm, has announced a new Quantitative Insights Group, designed to advise institutional investor and occupier clients. Using advanced mathematics, statistics and our latest AI+ tools, the group will advise clients on capital allocation, investment decision-making and risk management at a portfolio and asset level.  

    The Quantitative Insights Group enhances Cushman & Wakefield’s existing platform of services throughout the asset lifecycle and strengthens its advisory capabilities, solidifying the firm’s expertise and deepening its ability to advise clients through complex market conditions. 

    Rebecca Rockey has been appointed Head of Quantitative Insights and Principal Economist, effective immediately. She will report to Toby Dodd, Chief Revenue Officer, Americas and lead a growing team of experts, including David Hoebbel, Greg Nelson and others.  
    “I’m pleased to lead the Quantitative Insights Group and advise our institutional investor and occupier clients as they navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence,” said Rebecca Rockey, Head of Quantitative Insights and Principal Economist. “By integrating data and our latest AI+ tools, we’re building a powerful, forward-looking advisory engine that complements our already integrated service offerings.” 
    “This new team represents a strategic investment in our capabilities, connecting data platforms and insights to drive value for our clients,” said Toby Dodd, Chief Revenue Officer, Americas. “Rebecca’s leadership and economic expertise will be instrumental in shaping this effort and delivering impactful results.” 
    “The launch of this group is part of the ongoing evolution of our research, analysis and advisory capabilities,” said Brad Kreiger, Americas Co-Chief Executive. “By combining advanced analytics with our advisors’ deep market expertise, we will equip our clients with sharper tools to make data-driven decisions, optimize portfolios and navigate uncertainty with confidence.” 
    Under Rockey’s leadership, the Quantitative Insights Group will complement the firm’s existing client advisory strategies and further Cushman & Wakefield’s commitment to innovation, analytics and clients portfolio performance. Rockey is a recognized industry thought leader on macroeconomics and real estate and has been an instrumental leader in Cushman & Wakefield’s research agenda, including development of innovative studies like the recent Reimagining Cities, which confronted post-pandemic urban challenges, offering a blueprint for optimizing city real estate portfolios.

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  • Israeli PM Netanyahu orders military to immediately strike Gaza – live updates

    Israeli PM Netanyahu orders military to immediately strike Gaza – live updates

    Israel says coffin from Hamas did not contain another hostage’s bodypublished at 16:38 GMT

    The statement from Benjamin Netanyahu’s office comes as Israel says a coffin handed over by Hamas on Monday did not contain the body of…

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  • Scientists hear 2 newborn black holes 'crying' through ripples in spacetime — and one had a birth unlike anything seen before – Space

    1. Scientists hear 2 newborn black holes ‘crying’ through ripples in spacetime — and one had a birth unlike anything seen before  Space
    2. Scientists Finally Hear Black Holes Ring, Confirming Hawking’s Famous Prediction  SciTechDaily
    3. Unusual black…

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  • The ‘Wicked: For Good’ Method Dressing Has Begun

    The ‘Wicked: For Good’ Method Dressing Has Begun

    Let us be glad, let us be grateful. . . because Wicked: For Good is soon upon us.

    On November 21, the highly anticipated Wicked sequel from director Jon M. Chu will hit the big screen. Lead stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are reprising their…

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  • Variety’s Women’s Impact Report 2025

    Variety’s Women’s Impact Report 2025

    The professionals on Variety’s Women’s Impact Report navigated another rather uncertain year in showbiz — layoffs, political instability, mergers, runaway production and how to deal with AI are just some of the…

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  • Top House Republican sees no path forward for third Trump term – Reuters

    1. Top House Republican sees no path forward for third Trump term  Reuters
    2. Trump does not rule out seeking third term – but says he will not use VP loophole  BBC
    3. ‘Trump 2028’: Could the US president really go for a third term?  Al Jazeera
    4. Why we…

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  • The BrickBoy upgrade kit costs more than twice as much as the Lego Game Boy

    The BrickBoy upgrade kit costs more than twice as much as the Lego Game Boy

    Three versions of the BrickBoy are being offered with the cheapest option being the Essential Kit that can only play Game Boy titles in grayscale and is limited to a mono speaker for sound. It’s priced at €129, or around $150, which is more…

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  • New technology improves the efficiency of protein production in E. coli

    New technology improves the efficiency of protein production in E. coli

    Proteins sourced from microorganisms are attracting attention for their potential in biomanufacturing a variety of products, including pharmaceuticals, industrial enzymes, and diagnostic antibodies. These proteins can also be used…

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  • Upgrade Your Work or Gaming Setup With Up to $920 Off Samsung Monitors

    Upgrade Your Work or Gaming Setup With Up to $920 Off Samsung Monitors

    Samsung makes some top-notch monitors for both working and gaming, and if you’re looking to upgrade your home office or PC gaming setup, we’ve got some deals you won’t want to miss. Right now, Woot is offering up to 53% off a variety of different…

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  • Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica: Live updates

    Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica: Live updates

    Jamaica experienced several power outages under hurricane conditions before Melissa made landfall, said Daryl Vaz, Jamaica’s Minister for Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport.

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